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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$119K - $140K *

Shape the future of technology in healthcare by leading development efforts, leveraging AI tools, and ensuring high-quality digital deliverables across multiple platforms. Collaborate with creative te...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Lead innovation by architecting AI-driven digital solutions that optimize healthcare experiences. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless delivery and maintain high quality throughout the developm...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Optimize end-to-end technical execution in a dynamic, AI-driven role, leading the development of diverse digital deliverables while ensuring quality, compliance, and performance across healthcare proj...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Shape the future of digital healthcare by leading end-to-end technical execution, optimizing AI-driven workflows, and mentoring a creative team in delivering cutting-edge web and app experiences for d...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at our innovative studio, leading technical execution across various digital projects while mastering full-stack development and AI-enhanced workflows to deliver high-quality, comp...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $117K *

Bring your expertise to financial planning and analysis, driving cost management and operational efficiency across North America. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and improv...

6 days ago

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

$64K - $147K *

Transform your career by leading business analysis initiatives, ensuring comprehensive documentation of requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that drive pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $147K *

Shape the future of healthcare by collaborating with stakeholders to document and analyze business requirements, ensuring innovative solutions and best practices are implemented throughout the project...

Lansing, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join us to engineer a cutting-edge data platform using Snowflake and dbt Cloud. Collaborate on building resilient data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and delivering governed data products to suppor...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $154K *

Engage in innovative quantitative analysis, collaborating across teams to develop robust financial models, enhance decision frameworks, and provide technical guidance, while leveraging statistical and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $204K *

Analyze financial risk strategies to drive business growth and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, leveraging data analytics and industry expertise...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $207K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by collaborating with business teams to uncover challenges and deliver AI-driven solutions. Drive impactful transformations through process redesign and soft...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $218K *

Drive innovation in backend development by creating optimized systems for big data processing. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and reliability while mentoring peers and advocating for be...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing custom Duck Creek solutions, collaborating with clients and teams to deliver scalable, technical solutions while mentoring junior developers and driving project success...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $112K *

Join us to drive digital transformation as a Senior Technical Business Analyst, collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions utilizing Agentic AI, Intelligent Automation, and cloud platfor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing and evolving our enterprise data platform, focusing on Azure Lakehouse integration and data architecture to enhance analytics, reporting, and business intelligence a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a cutting-edge data platform. This role focuses on Azure Lakehouse architecture, data integration, and analytical enablement, driving data strategy acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Manage the development of AI-driven fraud and risk systems, applying practical solutions to complex data challenges. Collaborate across teams to enhance risk detection and build scalable data systems...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate the future of capital markets technology by enhancing trading platforms. Collaborate with global teams to bridge business and technology, driving requirements gathering and supporting critica...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $216K *

Lead the charge in optimizing data flow across multiple clinical systems, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with data standards. Collaborate with project teams and vendors, enhancing produc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $140K *

Optimize advanced analytical algorithms to derive insights from large data sets. Build predictive models and collaborate with teams to enhance data strategies, improving customer experience and drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate financial strategy by driving planning and analysis across departments. Collaborate with leaders to ensure alignment on budgets and forecasts, transforming complex data into actionable insight...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower sales initiatives by leading data modeling and ML projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance reporting and drive decision-making, ultimately impacting key performance metrics...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $152K *

Join a team that supports Federal Law Enforcement by optimizing data processes, analyzing large datasets, and creating innovative solutions. Utilize your technical skills in programming and database m...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $126K *

Manage complex HEDIS audit workstreams and ensure compliance with regulations. Provide expert guidance on audit readiness, interpret regulatory requirements, and develop controls to support accurate s...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 2 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.