Experience and Knowledge

Essential Skills

• Advanced understanding of Data Architecture / Data Structures
• Advanced SQL skills, ability to code and mine data
• Development skills in Microsoft .NET
• Understanding of the SQL Server technology stack, database design and programming
• End to End project development and implementation
• Able to deliver a broad range of data engagements in areas such as Data Architecture, Data Integration, Data Analytics, Data Lineage, Data Governance, Data Quality and BI Reporting
• Use of data profiling tools, ETL and data management tools (SSIS experience is a must)
• An understanding of digital media and associated data, both aggregate and event-level
• Experience of data visualisation/reporting tools
• Experience in data interpretation, ideally in a client-facing environment
• Self-starter and motivator with the ability to work in an autonomous, fast-paced environment
• The ability to quickly learn and understand new business environments
• The ability to achieve high quality results by paying attention to detail
• A proactive, “can do” attitude
• The ability to coordinate on multiple tasks/projects, work under pressure and meet agreed deadlines
• A natural desire to share knowledge and teach others
• The ability to influence groups of people to gain consensus
• Experience of building reporting around a single-customer view in cross-device, multi-screen environments
• Understanding of digital attribution approaches, including multi-touch attribution methodologies

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of data analysis techniques and how they can be applied in the marketing context
• Experience of Digital Ad Server processes and data
• Experience of Web Site analytics tools and data
• Understanding of Digital Ad Ops
• Understanding of media agency ‘booking’ systems
• Deveopment skills in common scripting/automation technologies (e.g. Python & Visual Basic)
• Understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem and the associated reporting challenges