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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$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining the customer experience in utilities by building a seamless, AI-driven self-service platform. You'll lead initiatives to enhance digital interactions, ensuring a proactiv...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$60K - $142K *

Lead the design and development of innovative automation solutions across multiple platforms, enhancing client experiences and operational efficiency while driving technical direction and agile practi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $273K *

Lead the transformation of finance processes by integrating AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative forecasting and decision-making workflows that enha...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $155K *

Transform the testing landscape by developing automated solutions for AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing strategies, ensuring quality and reliability in a fast-pac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $130K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading process improvement initiatives, analyzing performance metrics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions that align...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Transform cancer care by developing AI biomarkers through collaboration with ML scientists and clinical partners, enhancing model robustness and interpretability across diverse datasets to improve pat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $229K *

Contribute to the success of data initiatives by developing robust data pipelines and tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and reliability, empowering colleagues to en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$226K - $340K *

Drive growth through client acquisition in the employer segment, leading end-to-end sales cycles and forming key relationships. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless transitions and leverage ind...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $202K *

Create innovative AI-powered healthcare products by transforming complex workflows into intuitive applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful user experiences and own fe...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion the optimization of learning systems by managing Workday Learning, providing enterprise support, and leading technology projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance, complian...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $145K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team managing consumer complaints in lending operations. You'll enhance complaint resolution processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement, all wh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $160K *

Transform customer relationships by leading strategic SAP solutions sales, driving growth, and managing complex accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored services and ensur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage accounts, drive sales of SAP services, and cultivate customer relationships. Leverage your expertise to develop strategic plans, generate demand, and lead cross-funct...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $185K *

Transform data into actionable insights by enhancing financial models, optimizing sales performance, and driving operational efficiencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career with senior-level expertise in data architecture and warehousing. Drive data integration and management, ensuring effective solutions for Occupational Environmental Health practice...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $125K *

Elevate your career by mastering data governance and engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design automated pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems while drivi...

Wrangell, AKRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to monitor and enhance project execution, supporting low-income energy efficiency initiatives through technical expertise in grant management and compliance for a range of federal...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$191K - $223K *

Join our innovative Payments team to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance payment experiences, prevent fraud, and optimize transaction processes, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Transform data solutions by architecting enterprise-grade pipelines, leading a high-performing team, and embedding best practices to create scalable, robust data environments for analysis and insights...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $202K *

Champion innovative insights and strategies as a Senior Director, driving impactful research and analysis to empower clients globally. Engage with stakeholders to deliver actionable advice and elevate...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $166K *

Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$219K - $285K *

Shape and lead a centralized commercial analytics function, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Drive performance measurement, growth identification, and strategic decision-making acro...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $222K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data science expertise to develop innovative AI/ML solutions for the healthcare and insurance sectors, enhancing product capabilities and driving market growth thro...

Brookfield, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Lead decision science projects, guiding teams and delivering data-driven solutions for Federal clients using machine learning and optimization techniques. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure impac...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $144K *

Unlock the potential of technology risk management by assessing controls, ensuring SOX compliance, and providing expert advisory for system implementations. Drive audit effectiveness while partnering...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.