Technical Lead
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Project Management
Job Description Apply Now
The Technical Lead role is a pivotal position for professionals seeking to leverage their expertise in bridging the gap between IT teams and non-technical program stakeholders. As a Technical Lead, you will play a crucial part in enabling successful communication and collaboration between technical specialists and broader program teams, ensuring that complex data is transformed into actionable insights that drive decision-making and support the organization's mission. This is a full-time opportunity based in Austin, Texas, offering the chance to join a respected industry leader with a strong track record of innovation and employee support.
In the Technical Lead position, you will be responsible for interpreting intricate business needs and translating them into clear, effective queries for analytics and reporting. You will utilize advanced AI prompting techniques to facilitate data access, synthesis, and precise reporting for official agency purposes. Your ability to articulate technical findings and explain data limitations in straightforward terms will empower end-users, enabling them to make confident and informed operational decisions. The Technical Lead will also play a hands-on role in collaborating with performance analysts, IT leaders, and other stakeholders, ensuring that all data-driven initiatives are aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
This Technical Lead opportunity offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as access to an Employee Stock Ownership Program. As part of a team recognized for excellence and innovation, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and benefit from a supportive work environment dedicated to your career growth and professional development. The organization is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.
Located in Austin, Texas, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to impactful projects within a dynamic and rapidly evolving technological landscape. Austin is renowned for its vibrant tech scene, offering a collaborative environment and resources for career advancement. As a Technical Lead, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of the organization’s data-driven decision-making processes, while enjoying all the benefits and opportunities that come with working in a leading-edge city.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
Technical Lead - Summary- Serve as a technical liaison between IT teams and non-technical program staff
- Translate complex business requirements into actionable data queries
- Utilize AI prompting techniques for data access and synthesis
- Enable strategic, data-driven decision-making in a mission-focused environment
- Explain technical concepts in accessible terms to end-users
- Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams across Health and Human Services areas
- Gather and interpret business requirements for analytics and reporting
- Develop and validate reports, dashboards, and data visualizations
- Employ SQL for data extraction and manipulation from complex data sources
- Leverage AI and advanced analytics to support official agency needs
- Communicate technical findings and data limitations clearly to stakeholders
- Collaborate with performance analysts, IT leaders, and end-users to ensure effective data solutions
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Opportunity to join an industry-leading organization with a history of innovation
- Dedicated engagement manager and supportive team environment
- Proven experience gathering business requirements and translating complex data requests
- Strong ability to communicate technical findings in non-technical language
- Background in complex data analysis, business/systems analysis, or data liaison roles
- Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation
- Experience developing reports, dashboards, and data visualizations in collaboration with end-users and IT leaders
- Detail-oriented, analytical thinker with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
- Demonstrated experience in data analytics and reporting
- Adaptable and proactive in problem-solving
- Committed to supporting organizational mission and goals
- Join a reputable organization with over 25 years of experience in the industry
- Recipient of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award for 12 consecutive years
- Work in a vibrant technology environment with opportunities for growth
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture committed to professional development
- Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now by clicking the job application button and become a valued member of our innovative team!