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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$88K - $140K *

Drive the development of predictive analytics models to enhance digital assessment operations, collaborating across teams to optimize decision-making and reduce costs while supporting strategic goals...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and qualifying leads. Collaborate with a dynamic team to promote innovative solutions across diverse industries, ensuring a strong pipeline...

North Carolina, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance executive talent strategies through data-driven insights, ensuring effective succession planning and leadership development. Leverage your expertise in talent management pla...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform the landscape of technology by designing and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architecture and development in a dynamic environment while m...

Reston, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to drive purchasing processes, focusing on builder relations, financial analysis, and program growth. Your expertise will shape the future of home constructi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Elevate your career by analyzing and interpreting complex data to inform strategic decisions in Value-Based Care. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance and drive imp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming legacy systems into modern solutions. As a Senior RPG Programmer/Analyst, you'll lead the design, development, and maintenance of critical IBM i applications, ensuring...

Montreal, QCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join our team to lead quality engineering transformations across multiple platform portfolios, championing automation and innovation while developing exceptional engineering talent to elevate quality...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of supply chain data governance and AI integration. Lead the design and standardization of data models and AI agents, ensuring compliance and interoperability across systems while...

Sandy, UTRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead the development of innovative compliance solutions for multi-state workforces, ensuring efficient policy management and training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experienc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $131K *

Elevate healthcare compliance by leading detailed coding audits, mentoring auditors, and implementing action plans. Drive innovation and ensure adherence to standards while fostering a culture of cont...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$148K - $201K *

Empower the development of our open source software solutions while collaborating with engineers and community contributors. Leverage your cloud native expertise to enhance mission outcomes through in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the end-to-end recruiting process, enhancing strategies and partnerships across departments. Drive high-volume hiring with autonomy, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while collaborating c...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical operations through strategic site identification and management. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, track project timelines, and contrib...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $166K *

Join us in shaping the future of talent acquisition in the Intelligence Community. Lead full life cycle recruiting for highly skilled technical professionals, engaging with top-tier candidates in a fa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $200K *

Transform backend services and REST APIs in a collaborative environment. Leverage your software engineering skills to support cyber training initiatives, utilizing modern technologies and cloud infras...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $162K *

Transform client relationships by leveraging insights and strategies that drive growth for Fortune-class companies. Engage with senior executives to uncover needs, provide solutions, and achieve impac...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of AI by leading advanced analytics initiatives, optimizing workflows, and deploying innovative solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impa...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure by leading design, implementation, and optimization of systems. Drive automation, enhance security, and mentor junior staff while collaborating on strateg...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $231K *

Advance your career by leading healthcare analytics initiatives that transform data into impactful insights, drive performance, and enhance decision-making across departments while fostering innovatio...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $276K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of documentation and AI by building systems that enhance knowledge sharing and streamline content workflows for developers and partners, ensuring high-quality...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $176K *

Champion the Lead-to-Opportunity domain by driving product strategy, mentoring analysts, and enhancing the GTM tech stack. Influence the roadmap and ensure seamless lead conversion while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $165K *

Drive innovation in oncology diagnostics by leading statistical programming efforts, ensuring data integrity and compliance for clinical trials, while managing a team and collaborating cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $107K *

Support and enhance data governance operations by collaborating with teams to implement standards, manage data cataloging, and drive tool adoption, ensuring compliance and effective governance workflo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $243K *

Lead the charge in data engineering excellence by mentoring a team, driving pipeline delivery, and translating stakeholder needs into actionable technical plans while ensuring operational accountabili...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.