Red Oak Strategic is an Advanced Tier Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner based in Alexandria, VA. We work with customers in the commercial and public sectors to implement AWS services focusing on data engineering, data science, analytics, ML/AI and other data-related challenges.
Our Work Environment Features:
- Modern office setting at our brand-new Alexandria, VA headquarters
- Work-from-home days - flexible hybrid schedule
- Growth opportunities - grow as a data scientist and earn additional certifications
- Regular social events - we have a golf simulator in the office!
- Dog friendly office
Why We Are Hiring:
We are hiring a Data Analyst (Senior Data Analyst depending on experience) to help service client work on our Political Analytics Team at Red Oak. We are looking for an early career data analyst (1-4 years) and R programmer (1-2 years minimum) to learn our internal tools and operate our political data pipeline.
Our ideal candidate is eager to step into a growing company and embrace the opportunity to be a key contributor on a team preparing to scale up significantly. Our Political Analytics Department is a cross-functional blend of data analysts, data scientists, and client services. Data Analyst candidates will work closely with client service teammates to service client requests and provide strategic recommendations to our clients. Our team gets exposure to lots of different clients, with diverse datasets and problems every day, which keeps our work fresh and exciting. An interest in U.S. politics is helpful but not strictly required to be successful in this role.
We foster a culture of growth and professional development at Red Oak. Candidates will be encouraged to study for and obtain AWS certifications at either the Associate or Specialty level within 12 months of hiring. Other teammates at Red Oak have progressed internally to become professionally-certified AWS Data Scientists / Engineers, so there are opportunities for advancement and training, all of which is paid for by Red Oak.
Our brand-new Alexandria, VA headquarters is open and this role will be hybrid with 3+ days a week in the office working. We are transit accessible - the closest WMATA metro stop is the newly opened Potomac Yard–VT station, about a 10-minute walk.
In addition to submitting your resume through this application on Indeed, please address an email to both jessie@redoakstrategic.com and jake@redoakstrategic.com with a short introduction to yourself and your skillset along with a link to any public repository of work in which you were the primary contributor. We will begin the initial outreach for first round interviews in late June 2024.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with our Data Science and Client Services teams to deliver industry leading projects.
- Utilize and manage tools such as Microsoft Excel, SQL, R, RMarkdown, Python, business intelligence tools and various databases.
- Maintain accurate records of client projects using Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud tools.
- Create clear and compelling visualizations to simplify complex data for diverse audiences.
- Adapt to a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely and quality output.
Learning and Development:
- Join a talented team comprising researchers, client service experts, and data scientists.
- Develop your skills in programming languages (R, Python), cloud services (AWS), SQL, and reporting tools.
- Benefit from a supportive environment that fosters learning and professional growth.
Career Advancement:
- Follow the growth trajectory of former analysts who have become certified AWS Data Scientists/Engineers.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement, with training sponsored by Red Oak Strategic.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience: 1-4 years, including internships or roles in political campaigns.
- Experience with SQL or R programming (2+ years preferred).
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- A strong analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities.
Preferred Skills:
- 1-2 years of political experience including any internships or roles with political campaigns or committees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience level:
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Alexandria, VA 22301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Alexandria, VA 22301