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Austin Phillips

@austinphillips

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Data Analyst focused on SQL reporting, data validation, and actionable insights for technical and non-technical teams.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a fully remote, distributed, async role where I can use SQL-based data validation and reporting to improve data quality, support Agile releases, and keep building BI capability with Power BI/Microsoft Fabric.

I’m a data-focused analyst with 5 years of hands-on SQL and reporting experience, working across Agile sprints on data validation, root cause analysis, and cross-team reporting. I’m comfortable translating technical findings into clear, actionable insight for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. I’m also building cloud and BI-tool expertise with Power BI and Microsoft Fabric to complement a strong SQL and Excel foundation.

In my current role, I lead SQL-based data validation and analysis for system updates, build and maintain automated data checks, and partner with developers and DevOps to reduce downstream errors. I’m set up to work fully remote in a distributed, async environment, and I enjoy mentoring others on SQL-based validation, documentation, and reporting best practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Quality Engineer (Data Analytics)

Current

Next Level Solutions

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year)

Lead SQL-based data validation and analysis for system updates and data fixes, supporting release readiness across Agile sprints. Build automated data checks, analyze data quality trends, and mentor junior team members on SQL validation and reporting.

SQL Data Validation Data Quality Analysis Automated Data Validation Root Cause Analysis Agile Documentation

Quality Analyst

Next Level Solutions

Mar 2022 - Jul 2025 (3 years 4 months)

Built and scaled data/API testing coverage using SQL and JavaScript to increase test coverage by 40%. Maintained tracking documentation for data quality, defect resolution, and sprint reporting across multiple teams.

SQL JavaScript API Testing Data Quality Documentation Sprints Data Validation

Software Tester

Next Level Solutions

Mar 2021 - Mar 2022 (1 year)

Executed functional and data validation testing for web applications in fast-paced Agile teams. Logged and tracked data/defect issues in Azure DevOps and supported UAT and release readiness by validating high-priority features and data changes.

Functional Testing Data Validation Agile Azure DevOps UAT

Materials Specialist

Newstream Enterprises

Oct 2016 - Mar 2021 (4 years 5 months)

Used inventory data and root-cause analysis to reduce supply delays and optimize stock efficiency. Analyzed shipment and logistics data to improve turnaround time and reduce delivery errors, and documented incident reports to support safety and process standards.

Inventory Analytics Root Cause Analysis Logistics Analytics Incident Reports Processes Standardization

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Missouri State University

Certificate in Information Technology, Information Technology

Completed a Certificate in Information Technology at Missouri State University. Developed foundational IT knowledge supporting data and analytics work.

The Institutes

Associate in Insurance (AINS), Insurance

Earned the Associate in Insurance (AINS) credential from The Institutes. Completed insurance-focused coursework providing foundational industry knowledge.