Senior Data Analyst

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Company Description Appcast is the global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology and services. With advanced technology, unmatched market data and a team of the industry’s best recruitment marketers, Appcast’s technology and services manage job advertising annually for enterprise clients across industries. Headquartered in Lebanon, N.H. with offices in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Appcast is part of the Stepstone group, a leading digital recruitment platform that connects companies with the right talent and helps people find the right job. Job Description The Senior Data Analyst partners with internal teams to deliver data-driven insights and analytical solutions that support product strategy and business decision making across Appcast. This role is responsible for the full analytics lifecycle, including exploring raw datasets, integrating external data sources, and developing insights, models, and reporting solutions that drive strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical and analytical expertise, critical thinking skills, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. **Please note that candidates for this role must be located in either CO, MA or AZ. Job Responsibilities Stakeholder Analytics  Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into data-driven insights and analytical solutions  Present findings, recommendations, and performance insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences  Act as a trusted advisor on analytics, measurement strategy, KPI development, performance optimization, and decision science methodologies  Support strategic decision-making through reporting, forecasting, experimentation, and ongoing business and product performance analysis  Data Exploration & Querying   Query large-scale datasets using SQL in cloud-based environments (e.g., AWS Athena)  Explore, validate, and reconcile data across multiple sources to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usability  Perform deep-dive analyses to identify trends, anomalies, and business opportunities  Partner with Data Engineering teams to define and improve data pipelines and analytical workflows  Data Transformation & Analysis  Clean, manipulate, and transform complex datasets using Python (e.g., pandas, numpy)  Build analytical frameworks and scalable reporting solutions for recurring business needs  Perform advanced analyses (ie. cohort analysis, funnel analysis, attribution modeling, etc)  Advocate for data quality, governance, and scalable analytical best practices  Advanced Analytics & Modeling   Develop forecasting models for volume, application trends, and business performance outcomes  Apply statistical methodologies to evaluate product effectiveness and support strategic initiatives  Design and support experimentation and measurement frameworks, including A/B testing and incrementality analysis  Data Product Development  Design and deliver custom data products (reports, dashboards, datasets, analytical tools)  Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure deliverables align with business and product objectives  Own projects end-to-end from intake and scoping to final presentation  Qualifications Analytical Thinking  Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work through ambiguous requests  Ability to connect data insights into business outcomes  Experience with forecasting, modeling, or statistical analysis is a plus  Technical Skills  Strong SQL skills and experience querying large datasets (Athena, Snowflake, BigQuery, etc.)  Proficiency in Python for data analysis (pandas, numpy; scikit-learn is a plus)  Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker, Power BI, or similar)  Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) concepts and data governance practices to support consistent, accurate, and scalable analytics across multiple data sources and systems Communication & Ownership  Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Ability to present complex analyses to non-technical stakeholders  Proven ability to manage projects independently from start to finish  Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field   Advanced degree (Master’s/MBA) is a plus, not required  4-6+ years in data analytics, data science, consulting analytics, or related field  Experience working in a client-facing or consulting environment strongly preferred  Experience in recruitment marketing, HR tech, or performance marketing  Familiarity with attribution modeling or multi-touch measurement  Experience working with large-scale event or clickstream data  AWS ecosystem experience Travel Requirements Travel for this position may include quarterly travel to attend internal and external meetings, however, this may vary based on business needs and opportunities. Fair Labor Standards Act Status Salaried Exempt: Personnel will earn their regular salary and not be entitled to overtime pay when they work over 40 hours in a work week. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities Additional Information Appcast recognized as one of Inc Magazine's "Best Workplaces" for 2024! We’re the best at what we do.  We’re the global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising. With advanced technology, unmatched market data and a team of the industry’s best recruitment marketers. We have an amazing culture driven by great people.  Headquartered in Lebanon, N.H. with offices in the U.S., Canada and Europe, Appcast is part of the Stepstone group. To better understand our company culture, read  Our Story  and check out  Working at Appcast  on our website. We take care of our employees.  We're dedicated to creating an inviting environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds can thrive and develop. We believe in providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, ensuring our team can support their loved ones and one another. We enjoy fostering a sense of community through dedicated employee networks, fun gatherings, delicious food, and even welcoming furry friends into our workspace. We live our values each day including volunteering and giving back to our communities. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Appcast is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This employer does not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and will not discriminate based on national origin, citizenship, or immigration status. Videos To Watch