Data Analytics Lead Jobs in Missouri

Data Analytics Lead jobs in Missouri concentrate in financial services, healthcare systems, and insurance and logistics operations, with St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia accounting for most active postings. Employers with deep roots in the state, including Centene, Edward Jones, and Cerner (now Oracle Health), regularly hire data analytics leads to guide reporting infrastructure and business intelligence teams. The most in-demand specialties are predictive modeling, data governance, and cloud-based analytics platform management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles15

Top employerBayer

Top citySt. Louis, MO

Cities hiring8

Work type75% Hybrid

Top industryTechnology

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Data Analytics Engineer II

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Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System

Data Analytics Engineer II

Jefferson City, Missouri

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Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System

Jefferson City, Missouri

Compliance & Risk

Cybersecurity

Security Engineering

Compliance & Risk

Cybersecurity

Security Engineering

$89k - $106k/yr

Hybrid

Bachelor's degree

$89k - $106k/yr

Hybrid

Bachelor's degree

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Lead Data Analyst

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Bayer

Lead Data Analyst

St. Louis, Missouri

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Bayer

St. Louis, Missouri

Business Analysis

Program Management

Project & Program Management

Project Management

Business Analysis

Program Management

Project & Program Management

Project Management

$124k - $140k/yr

Master's degree

$124k - $140k/yr

Master's degree

10,000+

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System Senior Director of Data & Analytics

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SSM Health

System Senior Director of Data & Analytics

St. Louis, Missouri

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SSM Health

St. Louis, Missouri

Business Operations

Executive Leadership & C-Suite

Project & Program Management

Project Management

Business Operations

Executive Leadership & C-Suite

Project & Program Management

Project Management

Salary TBD

Hybrid

Bachelor's degree

Hybrid

Bachelor's degree

10,000+

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Sr. Manager, Data Analytics

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Spectrum

Sr. Manager, Data Analytics

St. Louis, Missouri

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Spectrum

St. Louis, Missouri

Business Analysis

Data Analytics

Project Management

Business Analysis

Data Analytics

Project Management

Salary TBD

Bachelor's degree in business

10,000+

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Data and Analytics Integration Specialist II

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JMARK Business Solutions, Inc.

Data and Analytics Integration Specialist II

Springfield, Missouri

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JMARK Business Solutions, Inc.

Springfield, Missouri

Customer Service

Customer Success

Technical Program Management

Customer Service

Customer Success

Technical Program Management

Salary TBD

Bachelor's degree

51-200

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Data Analytics Engineer II

Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System·Jefferson City, Missouri

Job functions:

Compliance & Risk

Cybersecurity

Security Engineering

$89k - $106k/yr

Hybrid

Bachelor's degree

Job Description

Data Analytics Engineer II

Joining the Missouri LAGERS, team as a Data Analytics Engineer II offers the opportunity to leverage your experience to develop analytics solutions and deliver actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. This position focuses on developing and optimizing SQL queries, reports, dashboards, and data models; improving data quality, consistency, and accessibility; and maintaining data definitions, documentation, and governance standards to ensure accurate, reliable organizational reporting.

As a Data Analytics Engineer II, you will partner with business stakeholders and IT team members to assess reporting needs, identify opportunities for meaningful analysis, and translate business requirements into practical, effective reporting solutions. Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a commitment to data accuracy, and a proactive approach to improving reporting processes, operational efficiency, and the organization’s overall analytics capabilities.

LAGER’s vision is to enhance the lives of our 83,000+ members by providing financial stability for their future through a protected, defined benefit retirement. Our team members value excellence, embody dedication and exemplify leadership. We work together, take ownership of our actions, and thrive in an environment of continuous improvement.

Salary: $88,606 to $106,328 starting annual salary is negotiable and will depend on experience and identified value brought to the organization.

LAGERS benefits include:

Hybrid work environment with collaborative in-office days and work-from-home days as designated.
12 paid holidays per year.
Annual Leave: Starting at 15 days per year.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year.
Health insurance options effective DAY 1 of your employment.
Vision, Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, and IDShield protection for you on
DAY 1 of your employment.
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan providing lifetime monthly retirement benefits at no cost to you.
Deferred Compensation Plan with employer match.
Professional development reimbursements and more…

Data Analytics Engineer II Job Functions:

Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to present insights in a clear and actionable manner. (Power BI preferred)
Implement and maintain scalable data models, warehouses, and analytics platforms.
Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security by applying quality assurance and governance standards.
Collaborate with business users to gather requirements and translate them into data solutions.
Contribute to the development of best practices for data management, analytics, and reporting.
Analyzes existing SQL reports and queries to improve and optimize business reporting and processes.

Our ideal Data Analytics Engineer should have:

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science or related field preferred; and
Three to five years of experience in data engineering, analytics or related field; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities noted below.

Recruitment Schedule:

Our application deadline is November 13, 2026, or until the position is filled.
We will conduct prescreening calls with applicants who meet the criteria listed above.
Interviews with best fit candidates will be scheduled throughout the recruitment schedule.

As part of our application process, it is required that each applicant must complete a Culture Index Survey. The survey is a 2-question survey which will take 5-8 minutes to complete. For full consideration, both your application and survey must be submitted. After you apply, the link will be emailed to you or after you apply click the link provided here: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/q17WC04EV4

Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System

Data Analytics Engineer II

Jefferson City, Missouri

Added 1w ago

Job functions:

Compliance & Risk

Cybersecurity

Security Engineering

$89k - $106k/yr

Hybrid

Bachelor's degree

Job Description

Data Analytics Engineer II

Joining the Missouri LAGERS, team as a Data Analytics Engineer II offers the opportunity to leverage your experience to develop analytics solutions and deliver actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. This position focuses on developing and optimizing SQL queries, reports, dashboards, and data models; improving data quality, consistency, and accessibility; and maintaining data definitions, documentation, and governance standards to ensure accurate, reliable organizational reporting.

As a Data Analytics Engineer II, you will partner with business stakeholders and IT team members to assess reporting needs, identify opportunities for meaningful analysis, and translate business requirements into practical, effective reporting solutions. Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a commitment to data accuracy, and a proactive approach to improving reporting processes, operational efficiency, and the organization’s overall analytics capabilities.

LAGER’s vision is to enhance the lives of our 83,000+ members by providing financial stability for their future through a protected, defined benefit retirement. Our team members value excellence, embody dedication and exemplify leadership. We work together, take ownership of our actions, and thrive in an environment of continuous improvement.

Salary: $88,606 to $106,328 starting annual salary is negotiable and will depend on experience and identified value brought to the organization.

LAGERS benefits include:

Hybrid work environment with collaborative in-office days and work-from-home days as designated.
12 paid holidays per year.
Annual Leave: Starting at 15 days per year.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year.
Health insurance options effective DAY 1 of your employment.
Vision, Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, and IDShield protection for you on
DAY 1 of your employment.
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan providing lifetime monthly retirement benefits at no cost to you.
Deferred Compensation Plan with employer match.
Professional development reimbursements and more…

Data Analytics Engineer II Job Functions:

Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to present insights in a clear and actionable manner. (Power BI preferred)
Implement and maintain scalable data models, warehouses, and analytics platforms.
Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security by applying quality assurance and governance standards.
Collaborate with business users to gather requirements and translate them into data solutions.
Contribute to the development of best practices for data management, analytics, and reporting.
Analyzes existing SQL reports and queries to improve and optimize business reporting and processes.

Our ideal Data Analytics Engineer should have:

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science or related field preferred; and
Three to five years of experience in data engineering, analytics or related field; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities noted below.

Recruitment Schedule:

Our application deadline is November 13, 2026, or until the position is filled.
We will conduct prescreening calls with applicants who meet the criteria listed above.
Interviews with best fit candidates will be scheduled throughout the recruitment schedule.

As part of our application process, it is required that each applicant must complete a Culture Index Survey. The survey is a 2-question survey which will take 5-8 minutes to complete. For full consideration, both your application and survey must be submitted. After you apply, the link will be emailed to you or after you apply click the link provided here: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/q17WC04EV4

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Data Analytics Lead Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis

8 jobs

Columbia

1 job

O'Fallon

1 job

St Louis

1 job

Earth City

1 job

Kansas City

1 job

Springfield

1 job

Jefferson City

1 job

Data Analytics Lead Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Bayer1 open role

Hubbell1 open role

Deloitte1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

Technology & Software
Consulting & Professional Services

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What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data analytics lead jobs across Missouri.

Bachelor's or master's degree in data science, statistics, computer science, or a related field
Five or more years of experience in data analytics with at least two in a lead or senior role
Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R alongside BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional analytics projects and mentoring junior analysts
Strong background in data governance, data quality frameworks, and pipeline management
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud in an analytics context

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Data Analytics Lead Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data analytics lead in Missouri?

There is no state-issued license required to work as a data analytics lead in Missouri. Most employers in St. Louis and Kansas City expect a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, computer science, or information systems, with a master's preferred for senior roles. Building a portfolio of analytics projects, earning vendor certifications in platforms like Tableau or Azure, and progressing through analyst and senior analyst roles at Missouri-based firms in healthcare, finance, or logistics is the standard path.

How much do data analytics leads make in Missouri?

Data analytics leads in Missouri earn a median of about $97,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,960 for the lowest 10% to over $151,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data analytics leads in Missouri?

Companies currently hiring data analytics leads in Missouri include Bayer, Hubbell, and Deloitte, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Missouri's concentration of large healthcare payers, regional banks, and logistics firms means demand for analytics leadership is distributed across multiple industries rather than dominated by a single sector.

Which Missouri cities have the most data analytics lead jobs?

St. Louis, Columbia, and O'Fallon have the most data analytics lead openings in Missouri. St. Louis drives the largest share through its dense cluster of Fortune 500 financial and healthcare firms, Kansas City generates consistent demand from its insurance, technology, and logistics employers, and Columbia benefits from the University of Missouri's research operations and affiliated health systems anchoring a smaller but active hiring market.

Are there remote data analytics lead jobs in Missouri?

Yes, and more than most fields, because data analytics lead work is fundamentally desk-based and collaborative through digital tools. About 88% of data analytics lead openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly Missouri employers in financial services and healthcare have adopted flexible arrangements for analytics roles. Strategy, reporting, and modeling work tends to be most remote, while hands-on data engineering or team management duties often require occasional on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a data analytics lead in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving into a junior or mid-level analyst role at a Missouri employer and building toward a lead title from within. Large healthcare organizations such as BJC HealthCare and SSM Health and financial firms like Edward Jones run rotational or structured development programs that place early-career analysts on enterprise data teams. Adjacent roles in business intelligence, data engineering, or reporting analysis at these employers create a clear lateral path. Earning a certification in a platform like Power BI or completing a graduate certificate in data analytics at the University of Missouri or Washington University in St. Louis strengthens a candidacy significantly.

Where can I find and apply to data analytics lead jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to data analytics lead jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across industries and hiring locations. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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