Supervisor, Data Analytics
Date: Apr 22, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60607
Company: McDonald's Corporation
Company Description:
McDonald’s growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonald’s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive thrus, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway.
McDonald’s Global Technology is here to power tomorrow’s feel-good moments.
That’s why you’ll find us at the forefront of transformative technology, exploring new and innovative ways to serve our millions of customers and spread happiness one delicious Hot Fudge Sundae-dipped fry at a time. Using AI, robotics and emerging tech, we’re digitizing the Golden Arches. Combine that with our unparalleled global scale, and we’re reshaping all areas of the business, industry and every community that is home to a McDonald’s restaurant. We face complex tech challenges every day. But that’s where our diverse and talented teams come in. They’re made up of the best and brightest from all over the globe, and they thrive in the space where feel-good meets fast-paced.
Check out the McDonald’s Global Technology Technical Blog to learn how technology and our global team are directly enabling the Accelerating the Arches strategy.
Department Overview
The U.S. Restaurant Development (USRD) team is responsible for the real estate, design, coordination, construction, and support of nearly 14,000 restaurants in the U.S. The USRD Planning & Analytics Technology team is responsible for the business applications that support these disciplines including Location Management, Project Management, Budget Management, and Reporting.
Duties
People
- Facilitates team members’ professional growth through leadership, training, and mentoring.
- Supports the development and training of end users and customers.
- Solicits and incorporates feedback on applications, tools, and reports, as appropriate.
- Supports knowledge transfer across technology and analytics resources in other MHQ departments.
Technology Development, Support, Research
- Participates in Agile events supporting USRD application development, including Sprint Reviews, Backlog Refinement, and Retrospectives.
- Partners with USRD stakeholders to define requirements and develop designs for new and existing applications.
- Collaborates with business and technology teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
- Develops prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions using Visual Studio, Python, and other languages, as needed.
- Develops queries and data sources for reporting using SQL and/or Alteryx.
- Develops business automation tools using Smartsheet APIs and other software integrations, as applicable.
- Researches AI tools and develops prototypes and solutions to enhance USRD operations.
- Prepares ad hoc reporting for leadership meetings and presentations using Alteryx Designer workflows, Power BI, and Microsoft Excel.
Relationships
Key relationships include IT Technical Product Management, USRD leadership, and the USRD Real Estate, Construction, and Asset Management teams.
Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Experience developing and integrating APIs between software platforms.
- Working knowledge of Visual Studio and Python.
- Knowledge of AI agent development and AI-based tools.
- Familiarity with Alteryx for data collection, cleansing, integration, and automation.
- Familiarity with Power BI for reporting and data modeling.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an emphasis on VBA and automation.
Background
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Familiarity with Smartsheet capabilities is preferred.
- Experience in Real Estate or Construction is a plus.
Compensation
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Salary Range
The expected salary range for this role is $93,208.00 - $116,510.00 USD per year
Additional Information:
Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
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Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago