Technology STEM OPT Jobs in Missouri

INTRODUCTION

Segra is searching for a qualified and experienced IT Data Analyst I to join us in a full-time capacity in our Kansas City, MO office.

Location Requirement:

The work arrangement for this role is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of three (3) days in the Kansas City, MO office, with flexibility to work remotely two (2) days each week.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The IT Data Analyst I supports the IT Development and Data Engineering team by querying, analyzing, and reporting on data from enterprise systems. This role builds and maintains dashboards and reports using SQL and business intelligence tools, supports data quality and documentation efforts, and responds to ad hoc data requests from business stakeholders.

The IT Data Analyst I works under the guidance of senior developers and engineers, gaining exposure to data warehousing, ETL processes, and data governance practices. This is an entry-level professional role suited for candidates with foundational skills in SQL, data analysis, and BI reporting tools who are looking to build a career in data analytics or business intelligence.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in data analysis, reporting, or business intelligence
• No prior professional experience required
• Foundational SQL knowledge (Microsoft SQL Server preferred; Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL helpful)
• Familiarity with at least one BI/reporting tool (Power BI, Report Builder, or Tableau)
• Exposure to data warehousing concepts (dimensional modeling, ETL processes) preferred but not required
• Experience in telecommunications or technology industry preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Statistics, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Key Competencies:

• Analytical thinking with strong attention to detail
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently on defined tasks while knowing when to escalate
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn
• Customer service orientation when supporting internal stakeholders
• Effective time management and ability to handle multiple requests

ABOUT SEGRA

Segra owns and operates a wide and dense fiber-optic infrastructure footprint that provides state-of-the-art connectivity, cybersecurity, voice, cloud and colocation solutions, all backed by industry-leading service and reliability. Serving over 30,000 connected customer locations, Segra has been providing customer-focused solutions for over 125 years.

At Segra, we imagine, we engineer and we build a world of opportunities for our customers through fiber-enabled technologies, driven by our customer-first mentality. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally, empowering our teams, and continually upgrading our network infrastructure to deliver smarter, stronger technology solutions.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition and gym reimbursements
• Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
• Volunteer days, parental leave
• Legal, accidental, hospital indemnity, identity theft, pet insurance

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY

Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

SALARY RANGE

$31.55 - $39.43/hour

Beyond competitive health and retirement benefits with immediate 401(k) vesting, Segra also invests in your total well-being through programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social wellness.