About us:
Working at Tech Holding isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We are a full-service consulting firm that was founded on the premise of delivering predictable outcomes and high-quality solutions to our clients. Our founders and team members have industry experience and have held senior positions in a wide variety of companies – from emerging startups to large Fortune 50 firms – and we have taken our combined experiences and developed a unique approach that is supported by the principles of deep expertise, integrity, transparency, and dependability.
The Role:
We are seeking a Looker Data Engineer for a project-based assignment to support a key client initiative. This role will focus on building and optimizing data models, developing scalable reporting solutions, and enabling data-driven decision-making through Looker and modern data stack technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Looker development, data modeling, and programmatic reporting, along with a solid foundation in SQL and cloud data platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain Looker data models, including LookML, models, and explores
- Build and optimize scalable, consumable data models to support business intelligence and strategic decision-making
- Utilize Looker API 4.0 to enable programmatic access to dashboards, looks, and explores
- Automate report generation and delivery using Looker API endpoints
- Write and optimize complex SQL queries to improve performance and efficiency
- Work with Snowflake, dbt, and Python to support data transformation and pipeline development
- Collaborate with stakeholders to translate data requirements into scalable BI solutions
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and performance across reporting layers
Required Skills:
- 3+ years Looker development experience (LookML, models, explores)
- Experience working with Looker API 4.0 for programmatic access
- Experience automating reporting using Looker API endpoints
- Ability to transform complex data into scalable, consumable data models
- Hands-on experience with Snowflake and Python
- SQL experience with query optimization
Nice to Have:
- Experience with dbt
- Looker administration experience
- Experience working with BigQuery
- Experience with modern data pipelines and ELT workflows
- Familiarity with data governance, data quality, or BI best practices
- Experience working in a client-facing or consulting environment
Employment Type:
- Contract
*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Tech Holding is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. If you require accommodation in the application process, please contact our HR
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