Analytics Engineer
You begin by reviewing a broken dbt model that's causing null values in a revenue dashboard, fix the transformation logic and rerun tests, build a new mart layer for the sales team's cohort analysis request in the afternoon, then document schema changes and push a PR for peer review.
SALARY RANGE
₹6L - ₹30L /yr
DEMAND
8/10
GROWTH
9/10
STREAM
Science_PCM
SECTOR
Science
AVG SALARY (LPA)
₹18L
WFH POSSIBLE
No
TREND
Growing
Your Success Roadmap
Step 1: Complete 12th (PCM)
Complete 12th (PCM)
Step 2: B.Tech CS/IT or B.Sc Statistics
B.Tech CS/IT or B.Sc Statistics
Step 3: Learn SQL, Python, dbt, and modern data stack tools
Learn SQL, Python, dbt, and modern data stack tools
Step 4: Build end-to-end data models in a personal or open-source project
Build end-to-end data models in a personal or open-source project
Step 5: Intern at a data engineering or analytics team
Intern at a data engineering or analytics team
Step 6: Join as a junior analytics engineer
Join as a junior analytics engineer
Step 7: Obtain dbt Certification; master Snowflake/BigQuery
Obtain dbt Certification; master Snowflake/BigQuery
Step 8: Grow to Senior Analytics Engineer or Data Platform Lead
Grow to Senior Analytics Engineer or Data Platform Lead
Market Analysis & Insights
50%
Inclusive work environment
5 Years
Post-Class 12 preparation
No
Entrepreneurial opportunities
Medium
Nature of day-to-day work
Regional Relevance: Pan-India
Recommended Certifications
Key Skills Required
Top Colleges in India
A Typical Day in This Career
As a Analytics Engineer, your day typically begins with strategic planning and client interactions. You'll spend most of your time solving complex problems and collaborating with team members. No two days are exactly alike, making it a dynamic and fulfilling choice for those who love to learn.
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