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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$160K - $340K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focused on expanding key accounts and winning new enterprise logos. Engage with top-tier clients, drive complex sales cycles, and collaborate across teams to del...

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1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Manage the optimization and governance of Deltek Vantagepoint, driving collaboration across finance, project management, and HR. Lead system enhancements and integrations, ensuring business objectives...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$170K - $210K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation as you shape solution architecture for Informatica in AWS GovCloud. Lead cross-platform designs, establish security measures, and ensure operational e...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by leveraging your expertise in SaaS sales, managing key accounts, and guiding customers from initial engagement to successful adoption and expansion. Collaborate with teams to enhance pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver leadership and governance for global clinical study management, ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets while fostering collaboration and operational excellence across teams and stakehold...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions for complex payment systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize code, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality prod...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Data Software Engineer, driving innovative data solutions and leading cross-functional teams to enhance our data infrastructure and ensure scalability and performance a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $409K *

Drive innovation as a key member of our engineering team, leveraging your expertise in software engineering and data platforms to shape solutions that enhance customer experiences and meet business go...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Architect data solutions by leveraging 10+ years of experience in Databricks and SQL. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, generate reports, and troubleshoot discrepancies, ensuring...

Cary, NCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving operational execution of global sales incentive programs. Collaborate to ensure accurate, timely compensation while maintaining data integrity and providing analytical insig...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$87K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing risk adjustment and quality improvement processes across multiple departments, driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives for healthcare pro...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Help us optimize system solutions by analyzing user needs, documenting requirements, and bridging the gap between IT and business. You will play a key role in driving system development and implementa...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$174K - $234K *

Shape the future of Hematology analytics by leading strategic insights and performance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance field execution and drive commercial success thro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Scrum Master, facilitating Agile execution, coaching teams, and removing obstacles to ensure high-quality software delivery while aligning business needs with technical...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leveraging your expertise in SQL or Python to support payment model implementations and drive impactful policy decisions. Collaborate with clients and teams to delive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$64K - $128K *

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Baltimore, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $110K *

Analyze healthcare informatics operations and EHR workflows to identify improvements. Collaborate with SMEs to enhance user support, training, and adoption strategies, ensuring effective program imple...

Arlington, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to support product management for government insurance, ensuring compliance and driving strategic initiatives. Leverage your expertise to lead analysis, define requirements, and en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business processes and technology solutions, serving as the primary liaison between stakeholders and technical teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer experi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Empower cutting-edge data solutions by leveraging Python expertise and collaboration. Contribute to building high-performance data platforms that drive innovation across various investment functions w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive the design and implementation of scalable data integration pipelines, utilizing Azure Data Factory and Databricks to enhance cloud and enterprise data systems for optimal performance and reliabi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Advance enterprise software sales by developing client relationships and driving revenue growth through the sale of innovative geospatial data products. Collaborate on strategic opportunities and repr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career in cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection and response capabilities in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with security teams to establish and improve cyber threat in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.