Data Engineer - Analysis & Insights

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE DEVELOPER

ENTERPRISE DATA & ANALYTICS

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity

Mattel is seeking a BI Developer, based out of our Technology & Innovation Center in Hyderabad, India, reporting to the IT Director for Enterprise Data and Analytics.  The person filling this role will be responsible for developing and maintaining business intelligence solutions using tools such as Tableau, ThoughtSpot, and IBM Cognos Analytics to enable actionable insights, reporting and visualization for cross-functional analytics teams. This role includes collaborating with business analysts on requirements; creating robust data models, reports, dashboards and other solutions; and helping to ensure data accuracy and performance across our BI platforms. The BI Developer may also support and optimize existing dashboards and analytics solutions, while helping to shape the future of the company’s reporting strategies.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Design and develop robust data models and other business intelligence solutions using Tableau, ThoughtSpot, and IBM Cognos Analytics to support enterprise reporting and analytics needs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, translate them into actionable development plans, and ensure deliverables align with expectations.
• Design and build reports, interactive dashboards, and visualizations to help business users gain actionable insights.
• Partner with IT and business teams to deliver analytics projects and enhancements on time and within scope, following industry best practices.
• Work closely with data engineers and architects to ensure data pipelines and integrations support BI and reporting needs effectively.
• Create and execute test plans, validate data accuracy, and coordinate the roll-out of BI solutions to end users.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to end users on BI tools and best practices, acting as a subject matter expert for analytics solutions.
• Optimize reporting performance by improving the efficiency of queries, dashboards, and system configurations.  Ensure scalability and efficiency of Mattel's BI solutions for larger data sets.
• Conduct quality assurance (QA) checks and test BI tools, dashboards, and reports to ensure accuracy.  Validate data against source systems to ensure consistency.
• Document all reports, processes, data models, and system configurations for reference and knowledge-sharing.
• Design BI solutions with appropriate access controls, ensuring data privacy and security.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Analytics or another related field.  MBA is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in a developer role or similar position, working with reporting and visualization tools. Knowledge of ThoughtSpot, Tableau and/or IBM Cognos Analytics would be an advantage. Certification in any of these tools would be a significant advantage.
• Demonstrated experience working with data and databases required, including working understanding of SQL – Google Cloud Platform/BigQuery would be highly desirable.
• Knowledge of data preparation, ETL/ELT tools and processes would be a significant advantage – in particular, Ascend and/or Alteryx.
• Knowledge of data governance practices and data management tools, particularly Collibra, would be a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) principles and practices, including an understanding of Agile methodologies, ceremonies, and tools. Certification would be a significant advantage.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
   
• Energy, integrity, tenacity, and passion in your daily work life.
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to work in a global environment.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with stakeholders.
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done.
• Fluent business English required, both written and verbal.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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