We need a Data Analyst.

Are you naturally curious about how data flows, transforms, and tells a story? Do you thrive on making complex datasets more usable, more understandable, and more valuable to others?

If you enjoy diving into massive datasets, validating new data sources, and translating raw information into actionable insight, then this role is calling your name. We’re looking for someone who sees the value in asking smart questions and helping others make sense of the answers.

Come join us if you're motivated to learn from others, to learn from mistakes, to be part of a future-looking and growth-oriented team.

Let's go Skyward together.

What you'll do:

Be part of a team supporting the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) by disseminating data to researchers who are studying ways to improve the quality and reduce the cost of care provided to chronically ill Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. (No big deal).
Ingest, validate, and document data from new sources to ensure quality, consistency, and usability within the broader Medicare and Medicaid data ecosystem.
Provide subject matter expertise and technical guidance to stakeholders, answering data questions from a variety of federal researchers and healthcare analysts.
Provide technical writing and revision of existing output review guidelines.
Write and maintain production-quality code in Python, R, or SAS to clean, transform, and analyze healthcare data at scale.
Review analytic specifications and outputs to ensure alignment with business rules and research requirements.
Communicate and coordinate output reviews with team members and helpdesk and respond to researcher inquires.

What we'd like you to have:

A bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, statistics, public health, or a related field.
2+ years of work experience, preferably within the healthcare or government data sector.
Strong skills in SQL and hands-on experience working with large, complex datasets.
Working knowledge of SAS, R, Stata, Python, or SQL, especially for manipulating and examining large administrative health data files.
Attention to detail and the ability to spot patterns, inconsistencies, or data issues that others might miss.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; you’ll be working with both technical teams and policy-focused stakeholders.

What would blow us away:

You have experience supporting the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
You’re excited by the idea of supporting federal research with real-world impact.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. At Skyward, we’re focused on hiring individuals with the right skills and passion to grow, not just checking off every box.

And now the important part. What we offer you:

Medical, dental, vision insurance (fully paid for employees)
15 days of paid leave
7 days of sick leave
2 days bereavement leave
11 paid Federal holidays
Up to 40 hours for jury duty
401K with 4% employer contribution (and no vesting period)
Up to 4 weeks of paid paternity and maternity leave
Company provided laptop
$5,000 per year for professional development
$600 per year for technical supplies and equipment
$2,000 referral bonus
Life and disability insurance
HSA and FSA
Legal Shield and ID Shield Voluntary Benefits
Opportunity to work in a collaborative, motivated team focused on modernizing government services with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. Who says government work can't be exciting!