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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$110K - $130K *

Empower clients through strategic analysis and tailored solutions, leading teams to enhance business processes and drive transformation efforts for efficiency and effectiveness in dynamic environments...

Calgary, ABRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful data strategies and analytics by leading a high-performing team, optimizing decision-making, and enhancing operational efficiency across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advanced security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing security posture through hands-on penetration testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Mentor...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of analytics by serving as a trusted technical advisor, guiding prospects through data architecture and business outcomes while collaborating with sales teams to drive revenue growth...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer effective customer engagements by seamlessly integrating technical and business insights, ensuring tailored solutions that address client challenges and maximize the impact of analytics platfo...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by serving as a trusted technical advisor, bridging gaps between technical and business needs, driving revenue growth, and ensuring successful proof-of-concept projects with key stake...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient recruitment strategies across clinical trials. Lead global initiatives, optimize engagement, and ensure compliance through innovative solutions and effective collaboration. Drive enrol...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $240K *

Unlock potential by driving go-to-market strategies for innovative AI products. Collaborate across teams to translate technical capabilities into compelling narratives, ensuring customer success and m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic business analysis and project management expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes, ensure data integrity, and deliver impactful business so...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $102K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance within a groundbreaking team, innovating processes and systems that deliver cutting-edge cell therapy solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout ever...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $230K *

Drive market dominance by owning the GTM strategy for innovative AppSec products, collaborating closely with technical teams and sales to ensure successful launches and impactful messaging that resona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $287K *

Lead the charge in model-informed drug development to advance therapeutic strategies. Collaborate across functions, utilizing scientific expertise to guide dose selection, trial design, and regulatory...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $314K *

Transform data analytics strategies by leading cross-functional teams to enhance information governance, analytics delivery, and business insights, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and in...

Plano, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead clinical trial monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance data integrity and site performance...

Blue Bell, PARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $195K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a diverse clinical team across regions, ensuring timely and quality clinical deliverables while driving strategic initiatives and fostering talent...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $138K *

Transform clinical research by leading site management for phase II-IV trials. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure compliance, efficiency, and quality in Dermatology & Rare Disease studies whi...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Bring your expertise to lead AI Security & Governance initiatives, ensuring secure AI adoption and integration across systems. Collaborate with teams to develop risk assessments, architecture guidelin...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $144K *

Unlock your potential by driving marketing performance through data analysis, reporting, and strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimize growth...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving customer success and business outcomes. You'll manage key relationships, facilitate strategic discussions, and ensure customer satisfaction while guiding them t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the scientific direction for our forecasting platform, guiding teams to enhance demand forecasting accuracy and scalability. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in time-series analysis and...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion enterprise communications and change initiatives, enhancing employee engagement and understanding. Collaborate across departments to ensure clear, consistent messaging and drive organizationa...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in cloud migration and AI platform adoption while optimizing operational efficiency. Act as a technical advisor, bridging the gap between business requirements and innovative enterpris...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive the future of AI & Analytics by leading client relationships, providing strategic guidance, and delivering innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance service delivery and ensure al...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Optimize payroll operations by leading cross-functional initiatives, analyzing processes, and delivering scalable solutions that enhance compliance, efficiency, and accuracy across the organization...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Invent and evolve architectural strategies for cloud-native AI platforms at scale. Lead design, deployment, and infrastructure excellence, driving innovation while mentoring teams and shaping technica...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.