Joshua Kober

A Strategic Data Engineer and Analytics Professional

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My name is Joshua Kober. With a Master’s degree in Data Analytics and over a decade of experience, I specialize in shaping data-driven strategies that empower organizations to make informed business decisions. As a Data Professional, I have partnered with organizations in the Online Retail, Education, and Healthcare sectors to design and implement business intelligence frameworks that align with their strategic objectives.

I combine deep technical expertise in data-centric programming languages such as SQL, R, and Python with a strategic approach to data visualization using tools like Power BI, Tableau, Excel, Metabase, and Superset. My experience extends to utilizing and coordinating data pipelines and warehousing platforms—including Snowflake, Databricks, Airbyte, and Airflow—to ensure reliable, actionable insights for stakeholders. My work is driven by a passion for translating complex data into clear business narratives and actionable recommendations.

I can leverage advanced technologies, such as Docker for scalable deployments, and have utilized several business standard systems to enhance business intelligence capabilities. My commitment to continuous learning ensures I stay at the forefront of BI and Analytic trends, enabling organizations to unlock the full potential of their data and achieve their strategic goals.

Project: Temples across the World

Leveraging Apache Airflow, I've developed a sophisticated web scraping pipeline to extract real-time data on the status of temples for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This automated system enables me to efficiently gather and process information, allowing for dynamic visualization of temples categorized by their current state: under construction, announced, or operational. The resulting insights provide a comprehensive overview of the Church's global temple network, facilitating informed analysis and strategic planning within Tableau.

Project: Youtube Analytics

By leveraging the YouTube Analytics API and Apache Airflow, I've developed a sophisticated data pipeline that enables comprehensive analysis of artists' YouTube performance. This automated system allows me to extract and compare key metrics such as channel growth, video performance, and audience engagement across multiple artists. Through detailed analytics, I can track real-time insights including total views, subscriber growth, and the trajectory of their most successful music videos, providing a nuanced understanding of their digital success and content strategy.

Project: Data Job Postings

Leveraging the Google API and Apache Airflow, I've developed a sophisticated data pipeline to extract and analyze job postings within the data industry. This automated system enables me to gather real-time insights into market demands, required skill sets, and compensation trends across various data-related roles. By processing this information, I can provide a comprehensive overview of the current job market landscape, facilitating informed career decisions and identifying emerging trends in the data field within Tableau.

Career History

Where I have worked previously...

United Energy Workers Healthcare
Data and Business Insights Engineer
Penn Foster Group
Lead Data and BI Strategist
Penn Foster Group
Data Analyst
Mothers Lounge
Data Analyst

What I Do

What I've provided for other organizations...

Business Intelligence Strategy/Implementation
ETL/ELT Pipelines
API Automations
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
Docker Containerization
Data Modeling
Project / Code Management
Dashboard Design
App Development

Education

What Education Background I have...

"M.S. Major: Data Analytics"
Southern New Hampshire University
"B.S. Major: Applied Statistics & Analytics"
Brigham Young University
"B.S. Minor: Business Management"
Brigham Young University
"A.S. Major General Education"
Snow College

Platforms

API's

FastAPI Docs

Dashboards

Applications / Forms

Who I Am...

I am a seasoned Data Analytics professional with a Master's degree and 10-15 years of experience across various industries, including Online Retail, Education, and Healthcare. My extensive expertise spans data-centric programming languages, visualization tools, ETL/ELT processes, cloud platforms, and CRM systems, complemented by a passion for continuous learning and tackling complex data challenges to provide valuable insights.