System - Senior Tableau Developer

Title System - Senior Tableau Developer Location Raleigh, NC (Remote)  Duration 10 Months Interview Type Either Webcam Interview or In Person Job Type C2C,W2     Job Description  

The UNC Systems is seeking a skilled Tableau Administrator who will primarily focus on managing and optimizing their Tableau environment.

Position Overview:

• We are seeking a skilled Tableau Administrator who will primarily focus on managing and optimizing our Tableau environment.
• This role will involve overseeing user access and permissions, maintaining system performance, and organizing project structures.
• Additionally, the candidate will maintain some existing Tableau visualizations, mentor users in dashboard development, and troubleshoot issues to ensure effective data visualization.
• Proficiency in Python scripting is a plus and will be beneficial for automating data processes and enhancing workflow efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Tableau Administration:

• Manage and maintain the Tableau Server environment, including user access, security settings, and performance optimization.
• Administer user access and permissions within Tableau Server, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and data governance standards.
• Organize and manage Tableau project folders and workbooks to ensure efficient collaboration and data organization.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Conduct regular maintenance and upgrades to Tableau software.

Dashboard Development:

• Maintain and update dashboards built by other developers
• Mentor users in best practices for dashboard development, offering guidance on design and functionality.
• Troubleshoot dashboard-related issues, ensuring data accuracy and effective visualization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements for new dashboards and enhancements, and construct dashboards to meet those needs.

Python Scripting (a plus):

• Utilize Python to automate data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes for Tableau dashboards, when applicable.
• Create scripts to streamline data workflows and improve efficiency.
• Work with data engineering teams to integrate Python scripts with existing data pipelines.

User Training and Support:

• Provide training and support to end-users on Tableau best practices and dashboard functionalities.
• Develop documentation and user guides for Tableau dashboards and processes including data preparation, quality control, and standards.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with data analysts, business intelligence teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Stay updated on Tableau advancements, recommending improvements and new features as applicable.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience as a Tableau Administrator or similar role, with a strong portfolio of dashboard development.
• Proficiency in Python is a plus, including experience with libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, or similar for data manipulation.
• In-depth knowledge of Tableau Desktop and Tableau Server, including best practices for dashboard design and data visualization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.
• Familiarity with other BI tools and technologies.
• Experience at a higher education institution, system office, or other state agency
• Ability to read SAS programming to convert to other programming technologies such as Python.

 

Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Experience as a Tableau Administrator or similar role, with a strong portfolio of dashboard development Required 3 Years In-depth knowledge of Tableau Desktop and Tableau Server, including best practices for dashboard design and data visualization. Required 3 Years Proficiency in Python is a plus, including experience with libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, or similar for data manipulation. Highly desired 3 Years Experience with SQL and relational databases Highly desired 3 Years Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes. Highly desired 3 Years