Data Analyst IV (Contractor)

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible for providing advanced analytical support and strategic insights to business stakeholders during a temporary resource gap.
This role will work cross-functionally to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to inform business decisions, optimize performance, and ensure continuity of critical analytics functions.
This position is a senior individual contributor operating with a high degree of ownership, supporting both ongoing reporting needs and exploratory, hypothesis-driven analysis.
The role will also absorb a portion of the analytical responsibilities typically managed by the Data Team Manager during a period of reduced team capacity.

Core Responsibilities
Works with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to understand data and analysis needs; translates business requirements into technical approaches
Analyzes large, complex datasets to identify trends, drivers, and actionable insights using a variety of analytical tools and techniques
Conducts exploratory data analysis and hypothesis testing to inform strategic decision-making
Develops, maintains, and enhances dashboards and reporting to support ongoing business operations
Combines and queries data across multiple sources (e.g., SQL-based systems, cloud platforms) to support analysis
Communicates insights and recommendations clearly through data visualization and narrative-driven presentations
Supports evaluation of business initiatives, campaigns, and product features through measurement and performance analysis
Collaborates regularly with stakeholders and internal partners as part of a broader data team to align on priorities and deliverables
Exercises independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance; prioritizes work based on business impact

Required Qualifications
Significant experience in data analytics or a related field, typically at a senior or principal level
Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python
Strong Excel skills
Experience with BI and data visualization tools (Periscope preferred or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality analysis in a fast-paced environment
Proven track record of delivering both recurring reporting and deep-dive, insight-driven analysis

Preferred Qualifications
Experience applying advanced analytics, statistical methods, or AI/ML techniques
Experience supporting product, marketing, or customer analytics functions

Location:
Ideally onsite in Philadelphia, PA or Irvine, CA (hybrid); open to remote