Senior Data Analyst Jobs

Explore Senior Data Analyst opportunities with organizations seeking experienced professionals to transform data into actionable insights. Senior analysts combine advanced analytical skills, business judgment, and clear communication to help teams make better decisions. Browse vetted roles on Ladders, where featured opportunities pay $100,000 or more.

What Does a Senior Data Analyst Do?

Senior Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to answer important business questions. They build dashboards and reports, identify trends, assess performance, and explain findings to stakeholders. Depending on the organization, they may also shape measurement strategies, mentor analysts, and partner with teams across finance, marketing, product, operations, or technology.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for strong SQL skills, experience with data visualization tools, and proficiency in spreadsheets or analytical programming languages such as Python or R. Success also requires statistical reasoning, data quality awareness, and the ability to translate technical results into practical recommendations. Experience with cloud data platforms, experimentation, or business intelligence tools can be valuable, depending on the role.

Where Senior Data Analysts Work

Senior Data Analysts are hired across industries, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, consulting, and media. Their work may focus on customer behavior, revenue, product usage, risk, operational efficiency, or organizational performance. Responsibilities and tools vary by company, so review each job description for the team’s priorities and expectations.

Find Senior Data Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Senior Data Analyst openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, responsibilities, and qualifications to find opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Job availability and compensation depend on the employer, location, and position.

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$132K - $251K *

Deliver high-quality SAP ABAP solutions by developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting programs for aftermarket and depot operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performa...

Arizona, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $225K *

Transform data engineering practices by architecting scalable platforms, driving reliability, and mentoring teams. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance data governance and leverage AI tools fo...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's modernizing healthcare data access by refactoring SQL Server databases. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll enhance workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure, efficient...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $190K *

Advance Strategic Portfolio Management processes, aligning initiatives with goals, optimizing efficiency, and driving data-based decisions. Engage cross-functional teams to enhance governance, achieve...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze business challenges, gather requirements, and collaborate with technical teams to deliver user-centered solutions in regulated environments, driving continuous impro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in architecting and managing robust cloud platforms, driving modernization efforts, and automating infrastructure solutions for large-scale enterprises. Collaborate with top engineers...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Champion high-availability database platforms, driving automation and cloud modernization. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance reliability and performance across hybrid environments, ensurin...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of GxP-compliant Quality applications, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior team members and driving continuous improvement in a...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $248K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative financial products through our Banking as a Service platform, utilizing first principles thinking to create a user-focused experience while collaborating acros...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$211K - $248K *

Lead the charge in managing the complete ML model lifecycle, ensuring robust deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with data scientists to enhance model performance and opera...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Engineer scalable Azure data solutions, leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with teams to define standards and ensure high-performance data integration, governance, and sec...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize healthcare operations by analyzing equipment utilization, reducing unnecessary rentals, and driving impactful process improvements through data-driven insights and strong partnerships with cl...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $113K *

Deliver impactful insights by owning our marketing tech ecosystem, maximizing HubSpot and Salesforce integration, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate across teams to translate needs into actions...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in market intelligence and sales support, bridging teams to drive insights and strategies in U.S. power markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify opportunities and enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Innovate your career by leading SaaS modernization projects, enhancing delivery efficiency through AI and automation. Drive customer success by transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of machine learning, leading high-impact projects that enhance fraud detection capabilities and ensure robust systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance clinical IT solutions as an Epic Analyst II, providing critical support, training, and implementation for Epic EHR systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into actionable system requirements, focusing on cloud-based applications and Medicare systems. Drive Agile product development and ensur...

Columbia, SCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$121K - $262K *

Elevate business development by managing key relationships in the payments industry. Leverage expertise to implement tailored strategies for complex clients, ensuring profitable growth and exceptional...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategy in a high-growth tech environment. Own FP&A for one of the company's core areas, providing insights into forecasting, budgeting, and operational decisions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Innovate robust ML infrastructure to enhance AI capabilities, ensuring seamless model deployment and performance. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and drive impactful ML systems from res...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial excellence in Global Travel Retail by partnering with commercial teams to optimize pricing, investments, and performance analysis, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability across...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to transform client loyalty data into actionable insights, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing customer engagement through innovative data visualization and collaboration w...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Optimize your career by leading insights-driven strategies that shape brand decisions. Collaborate across functions to deliver actionable market research and analysis, driving impactful outcomes in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

Accelerate data-driven insights by leading data cleansing and analytics efforts for federal financial management. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful reporting and automation solutions...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Data Analyst do?question toggle

    A Senior Data Analyst analyzes data, develops reports and dashboards, identifies trends, and communicates findings that help an organization make informed decisions. The role may also include mentoring colleagues and advising stakeholders on measurement and analysis.

  • What skills are commonly required for Senior Data Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include SQL, data visualization, statistical analysis, data cleaning, and strong communication. Some employers also seek experience with Python or R, cloud data platforms, business intelligence tools, or experimentation.

  • What industries hire Senior Data Analysts?question toggle

    Senior Data Analysts work in many sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and media. The focus of the analysis depends on the organization and may involve customers, products, revenue, risk, or operations.

  • Do Senior Data Analyst jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities that pay $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details and requirements.

  • How can I find a Senior Data Analyst role that fits my experience?question toggle

    Compare job descriptions for the analytical tools, business domain, level of stakeholder interaction, and responsibilities they require. On Ladders, explore vetted openings and consider how each role aligns with your skills and career goals.