Aramark

Lead Analytics Engineer

Aramark$90K — $100K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8+ years in analytics, data engineering, or BI engineering.
  • Advanced SQL expertise required.
  • Strong experience with DBT for models and transformations.
  • Hands-on experience with Snowflake data platform.
  • Proven ability to independently manage and resolve complex data pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable data models in Snowflake and DBT.
  • Ensure data quality by validating counts, aggregations, and joins.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues with pipeline stability and performance.
  • Work effectively in ambiguous situations to identify root causes.
  • Collaborate with analytics teams and mentor junior staff.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Work/life resources for employee support.
  • Retirement savings plans including 401(k).
  • Paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage.
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are looking for a highly independent Lead Analytics Engineer to own and evolve our enterprise BI data layer, built on Snowflake and DBT. This role goes beyond implementation - you will be responsible for data modeling decisions, pipeline design, validation, and system reliability across a complex and evolving data ecosystem. You will work closely with analytics, supply chain, and engineering teams but are expected to drive technical solutions end-to-end, including in ambiguous situations.

Location Rockville, MD or Philadelphia, PA.

Job Responsibilities

  • Data Modeling & Architecture Ownership: Design and maintain scalable data models using Snowflake and DBT. Define standards for transformations and semantic layers.
  • Data Quality & Validation: Own data correctness end-to-end. Validate counts, aggregations, and joins. Identify discrepancies independently.
  • Pipeline Stability & Optimization: Diagnose and resolve pipeline failures and performance issues. Optimize Snowflake workloads and DBT execution.
  • Problem Solving in Ambiguity: Work through incomplete requirements and unclear ownership. Identify root causes across systems.
  • Collaboration & Enablement: Partner with analytics and data teams. Provide guidance to junior team members and define best practices.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • 5-8+ years in analytics engineering, data engineering, or BI engineering. Advanced SQL expertise. Strong experience with DBT (models, lineage, transformations). Hands-on Snowflake experience. Proven ability to own pipelines end-to-end and solve complex data issues independently.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Data Vault concepts, enterprise BI environments like Power BI, and Git-based workflows.


Success Criteria
  • Within 3-6 months, the candidate owns BI Gold modeling with minimal guidance, resolves data discrepancies independently, establishes consistent modeling patterns, and reduces leadership involvement in technical decision-making.


Benefits

COMPENSATION: The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected.

About Aramark

Aramark provides food services, facilities management, and uniform and career apparel to health care institutions, universities and school districts, stadiums and arenas, and businesses around the world. ARAMARK’s position as a world leader in facility services stems from decades of experience and superior service in the diversified outsourcing industry. From their humble beginnings in 1936 at the helm of Davre Davidson and his peanut vending machines to our place — for the sixth time in nine years — at the top of Fortune magazine’s list of the “World’s Most Admired Companies,” ARAMARK has maintained an unwavering focus on providing world-class experiences, environments, and outcomes for their clients. At ARAMARK, they take care of buildings and infrastructure so that their customers can take care of their core business. They are proud to provide exceptional facility management services for 1,600 companies in 16,000 facilities — about 1.8 billion square feet worldwide. ARAMARK provides comprehensive facility service solutions that enable its clients to maximize safety, productivity, and reliability. Their success is the result of their steadfast commitment to service excellence. They pride themselves on delivering customizable, sustainable solutions in a wide range of facilities by working closely with their clients to achieve mutual goals. Self-performed services, ongoing client communication, performance metrics, and an environment of team learning and development enable us to perform beyond expectations in virtually every client engagement. Whatever the company’s facility needs, ARAMARK is here to consistently exceed the expectations for service excellence with the best people, the most innovative processes, and the latest technologies.

Aramark Careers

Join Aramark's vibrant team today and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. As a global leader in food, facilities, and uniform services, Aramark offers unparalleled job opportunities designed to enhance your professional growth and development. Work You’ll Do At Aramark, we are committed to fostering a culture of growth and innovation. Our team members are at the heart of our operations, providing essential services across various industries. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact every day. Aramark offers a wide range of employment opportunities, from frontline positions to executive roles, each contributing to our mission of delivering experiences that enrich and nourish lives. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, Aramark provides a path that will advance your career and expand your skills. Leadership and Development Step into a role that challenges you to be your best. Aramark’s leadership is committed to nurturing talents through robust training programs and diversity initiatives that ensure all team members are valued and have the opportunity to succeed. Our leadership training equips you with the tools necessary to lead with confidence and integrity. Innovation at Work Innovation is at the core of Aramark, where we continuously seek cutting-edge solutions to improve our services and operations. Engage in work that pushes the boundaries and leads to transformative outcomes, not just for our company but for the industries we serve. Join Our Team Explore the multitude of job opportunities at Aramark, where your career aspirations can take flight. We are actively hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to contribute to a team that celebrates diversity and is driven by excellence. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with an Aramark internship, where you can apply your classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. Our internships provide a foundation for learning and development, plus the opportunity to build professional networks that can be pivotal in your career journey. Benefits and Culture Aramark is dedicated to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy, fulfilling life both inside and outside of work. Our culture thrives on teamwork, respect, and inclusivity, creating an environment where every employee can thrive. Stay Connected Search open positions that match your skills and interests on the Aramark Jobs portal. We look for passionate, solution-driven team players who are eager to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work at Aramark. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Aramark. Join Aramark today and be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and innovation in everything we do. Your future starts here!
Learn more about Aramark
Size
248,300 employees
Market Cap
$10.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$688.5 million
Founded
1936
5 Year Trend
+2.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
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