Senior Data Analyst L3

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

We are currently only hiring in specific locations in the United States. Locations, office requirements, and salary bands are outlined below. Please note that we do not offer relocation at this time.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to lead complex data-driven projects, manage high-performing teams, and drive business value through analytics and engineering solutions. This role requires a mix of technical expertise, client management skills, and leadership abilities to deliver impactful insights and solutions to enterprise clients. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, translate business challenges into data solutions, and contribute to the growth of our data consulting practice.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a strategic leader, shaping and driving data initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Guide and mentor a team of data analysts, ensuring career growth, technical upskilling, and high-performance execution.
• Establish and maintain a strong data-driven culture, fostering collaboration between analytics, engineering, and business teams.
• Lead and oversee multiple analytics engagements, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.

Client & Stakeholder Management

- Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients, acting as the primary point of contact for data and analytics engagements.

- Partner with business stakeholders to define key performance indicators (KPIs), success metrics, and analytical roadmaps.

- Navigate complex organizational structures, politics, and personalities to drive consensus and project success.

- Identify new business opportunities by assessing client data needs and proposing scalable solutions.

Project Execution & Delivery

- Manage end-to-end analytics projects from discovery, requirements gathering, and solution design to implementation and delivery.

- Ensure project timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met while balancing strategic vision and tactical execution.

- Define and implement best practices for data governance, data quality, and data management across client environments.

- Lead workshops, presentations, and training sessions for clients to communicate insights and recommendations effectively.

Technical Expertise & Innovation

- Design and implement robust data architectures, including ETL pipelines, data lakes, and cloud-based analytics solutions.

- Develop advanced analytics solutions leveraging machine learning, statistical modeling, and data visualization.

- Optimize data workflows, ensuring scalability, performance, and automation in analytics infrastructure.

- Stay ahead of emerging technologies and best practices in data analytics, engineering, and business intelligence.

- Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, mentorship, and innovation initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Must-Have Skills

- 7+ years of applied analytics experience in sales, finance, marketing, product, or engineering.

- 7+ years of experience assessing client data ecosystems, including data tools, applications, and architectures.

- 5+ years of consulting experience, delivering data solutions for enterprise clients.

- Strong expertise in SQL and familiarity with NoSQL databases.

- Proficiency in at least one analytics programming language (Python, R, MATLAB, or SPSS).

- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) for deploying analytics solutions.

- Proven track record of managing data ecosystems, including ETL, data governance, reporting, and insights.

- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data concepts into business-friendly narratives.

- Ability to balance hands-on technical execution with leadership and delegation to maximize team efficiency.

Nice-to-Have Skills

- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker).

- Background in statistical analysis, machine learning, or AI-driven analytics.

- Experience managing junior analysts and fostering team growth.

- Familiarity with data privacy, security, and compliance best practices.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our  benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary ranges for this position and subsequent locations are listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible. 

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of Salt Lake City, UT to be considered.

Salt Lake City, UT Salary Range$94.70—$137.30 USD

This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Denver, CO office located at: 3320 Walnut St, Denver, CO 80205

Denver, CO Salary Range$98.40—$142.70 USD

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of Atlanta, GA to be considered.

Atlanta, GA Salary Range$98.40—$142.70 USD

This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Chicago, IL office located at: One South Wacker, 1 S Wacker Dr #2250, Chicago, IL 60606.

Chicago, IL Salary Range$107.30—$155.60 USD

This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Boston, MA or Newburyport, MA offices located at: 35 India St, Boston, MA 02110; 20 Inn St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Boston, MA; Newburyport, MA Salary Range$107.30—$155.60 USD

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of New York, NY (tri-state area is ok) to be considered.

New York, NY Salary Range$107.30—$155.60 USD

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of San Diego, CA or Los Angeles, CA to be considered.

San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA Salary Range$107.30—$155.60 USD