About the job Data Analyst (SQL-Focused)
Job Title: Data Analyst (SQL-Focused)
Contractor Fee: $2,500-$3,000/month (USD)
Work Arrangement: Remote
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor
Commitment: Full-time (Approx. 40 hours/week)
Company Overview:
Tidal is a Direct Placement Agency that helps job seekers find job opportunities for real growth. We work with stable, responsible businesses experienced in remote hires and are excited to welcome international team members. Tidal is owned and operated by consumer brand owners and operators. We have offshore team-building experience and aim to help businesses leverage global talent.
About This Role:
We’re hiring an experienced Data Analyst (SQL-Focused) who can dive deep into raw datasets, transform them into actionable insights, and support critical business decisions. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in SQL development, data analysis, and reporting. You’ll collaborate with various teams to understand data needs, design efficient queries, build reports, and maintain clean and secure data pipelines in a remote, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Write, optimize, and maintain advanced SQL queries for reporting and analysis
Analyze large datasets to surface trends, anomalies, and actionable insights
Support ETL processes and contribute to maintaining clean, validated data flows
Build and maintain dashboards and recurring reports for business teams
Troubleshoot and resolve data quality or performance issues
Collaborate cross-functionally to understand reporting requirements
Document data structures, definitions, and processes clearly
Uphold data privacy, accuracy, and compliance best practices
Stay current with evolving analytics tools and methodologies
Software/Platforms/Tools:
PostgreSQL and SQL (advanced proficiency)
Looker (preferred), Tableau, or Power BI (a plus)
ETL tools and pipelines
MS Excel
Shopify
Git or version control systems
Slack
Zoom
Google Workspace
Project Management: Monday.com or similar
Qualifications:
At least 35 years of freelance or remote experience in a data-driven role
Proven expertise in SQL development and data analysis
Experience working with large datasets and performance optimization
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal English
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
Familiarity with e-commerce, marketing, or SaaS data is a plus
Experience building dashboards or automated reports is preferred
Shift Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM US PST