Principal Data Analyst

VSP Vision$84K — $141K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Analytics, or equivalent work experience
  • 6 years of data analysis across legacy, cloud, and package applications
  • 6 years of experience with various analytical architectures and data warehouse platforms
  • 6 years of experience creating detailed technical specifications and metadata
  • Proficiency in SQL for data segmentation and analysis
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated cross-functional leadership in a matrixed organization

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with executive stakeholders and technical teams to create scalable data analytics solutions
  • Perform advanced data analysis, including sampling, modeling, and evaluation of statistical metrics
  • Research and address data quality issues, leveraging critical Enterprise data
  • Foster collaboration to enable self-service and advanced analytics capabilities
  • Ensure compliance of technical metadata with data protection and quality standards
  • Provide support for the Enterprise information catalogue and business glossary
  • Develop or adapt business rules to meet analytic needs

Benefits

  • Remote work options available
  • Opportunity for bonuses and commissions
  • Access to VSP Vision benefits
  • Engagement in virtual environments for team alignment
  • Involvement in cross-functional projects and initiatives
Full Job Description
The Principal Data Analyst collaborates with executive stakeholders, technical staff, analysts, and subject-matter experts in creating robust, high-trust, scalable Enterprise data analytics solutions for business insight. As a Technical Data Steward, this role contributes to ensuring the Global Data Warehouse is the trusted source of integrated Enterprise data. This position advises business and technical leadership, and Product Owners in defining and scoping strategic Enterprise, Pillar, and Line of Business analytics product backlogs and performance metrics.

Performs advanced data analysis including sampling, modeling, profiling, and evaluation of statistical metrics

Researches and assesses data quality, data lineage and business use of data sources for critical Enterprise/Master data. Provides leadership, Business Analysts and other Data Analysts with recommendations to address data quality issues and recommends the best data sources to enable effective analysis of critical master data

Foster the cross-functional collaboration required to leverage data as a strategic asset to enable self-service analytics (i.e. insight generation, dashboards), advanced analytics (i.e. predictive and prescriptive modeling), corporate performance management, and digital transformation


Ensure technical metadata and business glossary meet data protection, data privacy and data quality standards


Provide administrative and configuration support for the Enterprise information catalogue and business glossary, and the Enterprise Performance Management application


Collaborate within an agile, multi-disciplinary team of data architects, data analysts, data engineers, BI developers and scrum master to deliver analytics solutions


Adapt standard or develop new business rules for classification, forecasting, simulation, optimization, and summarization necessary to support analytic needs


Assess the accuracy of data sources and define and document cleansing strategies to meet data quality requirements; provide recommendations to define data quality standards


Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Analytics, etc. or equivalent work experience

6 years performing data analysis across legacy, cloud and package applications using data analysis toolsets

6 years’ experience working with analytical capabilities including knowledge about various analytical architectures, patterns and methods, analytics applications and Data warehouse platforms


6 years’ experience creating detailed technical specifications, metadata and release documentation


Experience using SQL to perform data segmentation and analysis. Must have experience working with granular raw data from operational systems


Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to gather requirements and effectively communicate technical concepts and ideas


Demonstrates highly effective cross-functional leadership and experience working in a large matrixed organization, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, gathering business requirements, and launching product features

For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets.Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

Salary Ranges: $84,000.00 - $141,750.00

About VSP Vision

VSP Vision Careers

Joining VSP Vision offers an unparalleled opportunity to advance a career with a leader in vision care. Known for innovation and leadership in the healthcare sector, VSP Vision is where professionals can engage in meaningful work that makes a difference in people’s lives.

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VSP Vision is actively seeking talented individuals who are eager to foster their professional growth and leverage their skills in a dynamic environment. The company offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to diverse skill sets and career aspirations. From customer service to specialized eye care, VSP Vision is committed to hiring top talent to join their dedicated team.

Internship Programs

VSP Vision’s internship programs provide invaluable industry experience, offering a stepping stone to full-time employment in the vision care field. Interns at VSP Vision gain hands-on experience, beneficial networking opportunities, and professional guidance, setting the foundation for a robust career in healthcare.

Benefits and Culture

VSP Vision is dedicated to supporting its team not just through competitive salaries but also with comprehensive benefits designed to promote health, well-being, and work-life balance. The company culture is built on a foundation of respect and diversity, encouraging team members to bring their whole selves to work. Diversity training and leadership development are integral parts of the growth opportunities available within the company.

Career Development

VSP Vision is deeply invested in the career development of its employees. The company offers various resources for professional growth, including workshops, seminars, and continued education programs. Employees are encouraged to take leadership roles within projects, driving innovation and strategic insights that propel the company forward.

Hiring Process

The hiring process at VSP Vision is designed to be transparent and engaging. Candidates are encouraged to submit a detailed resume and may be invited for an interview to discuss their experiences and how they align with the company’s needs. VSP Vision values a thorough approach to ensure that all team members are aligned with the company’s goals and culture.

Networking and Professional Growth

At VSP Vision, networking and professional growth are encouraged through various company-hosted events, industry conferences, and professional groups. Employees have the opportunity to connect with leaders in the field and expand their professional horizons through collaborative projects and team-building activities.

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