Lead Data Analysis
About The Position
The Lead Data Analyst is a strategic data expert who transforms complex data into actionable insights that support informed decision-making and operational excellence. This role leads the collection, integration, analysis, governance, and visualization of data from multiple enterprise sources while promoting data quality, accuracy, consistency, and reliability. The ideal candidate combines advanced analytical expertise with experience in modern data engineering, cloud analytics, and AI-enabled technologies. This individual develops scalable reporting solutions, advanced analyses, and predictive insights that address complex business needs. Working closely with business stakeholders, technology teams, and senior leaders, the Lead Data Analyst identifies opportunities, solves complex business problems, and enables data-informed decision-making across the organization. As a recognized subject matter expert (SME), the Lead Data Analyst provides technical leadership for large-scale analytics initiatives, mentors team members, contributes to data strategy, and advances the adoption of modern analytics platforms and emerging technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, data analytics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, data engineering, or a related analytics role.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex analytical initiatives and communicating findings to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
- Advanced SQL skills and experience working with large-scale relational and analytical databases.
- Strong Python programming skills and experience with relevant data-analysis libraries.
- Experience designing, developing, and supporting ETL/ELT pipelines and modern data architectures.
- Experience with cloud analytics and data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
- Knowledge of machine learning, generative AI, AI-assisted analytics, and data science concepts.
- Experience with data governance, metadata management, data lineage, and data quality frameworks.
- Familiarity with Agile delivery methods and DevOps or DataOps practices.
- Advanced SQL and Python
- Statistical analysis and analytical problem-solving
- Data modeling and data architecture
- ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration
- Data warehousing and enterprise reporting
- Cloud data platforms, preferably Databricks and/or Snowflake
- Machine learning, generative AI, and AI-assisted analytics
- Data governance, metadata management, data lineage, and data quality
- Agile delivery and DevOps/DataOps practices
Nice To Haves
- Experience with business intelligence and visualization platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
- Relevant certifications in analytics, cloud technologies, Databricks, Snowflake, AI, or related disciplines are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Collect, integrate, preprocess, and cleanse data from multiple sources to make it accurate, consistent, and ready for analysis.
- Apply statistical and analytical methods to identify patterns, trends, risks, and opportunities, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Develop accurate, clear, and compelling dashboards, visualizations, and reports that communicate findings effectively to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve data discrepancies across systems and platforms. Establish quality controls, conduct audits, and monitor data to maintain reliability.
- Design, develop, and support scalable ETL/ELT pipelines that integrate data from multiple enterprise sources.
- Develop and maintain enterprise reporting and business intelligence solutions using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
- Apply appropriate statistical, predictive, machine-learning, and AI-assisted analytical methods to address complex business questions.
- Support data governance, metadata management, data lineage, and data quality practices across relevant data domains.
- Partner with business and technology teams to define analytical requirements, establish success measures, and deliver solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
- Lead complex analytics initiatives, contribute to architectural and platform decisions, mentor less-experienced team members, and promote analytics best practices.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and support the adoption of modern cloud data platforms, analytical tools, and DataOps practices.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
