Senior Data Analyst

**Job Opportunity: Senior Data Analyst** **Location: 100% remote** **Duration: Contract to Hire** **Key Responsibility** * Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support business decisions * Lead data projects from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals * Translate business questions into analytical approaches and provide clear, actionable insights * Partner with cross\-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver solutions * Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders and leadership * Apply statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems * Develop and maintain data models for forecasting and scenario planning * Ensure data quality and integrity through audits, validation, and governance best practices * Collaborate with data engineering and IT teams to improve data pipelines and infrastructure * Drive automation initiatives to improve reporting efficiency and reduce manual work * Establish best practices for data analysis and visualization * Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance across the team **Required Skills:** * Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred) * 5\+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related field * Advanced proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and ETL processes * Strong experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Qlik) * Proficiency in Python or R for statistical analysis, modeling, and automation * Experience with AWS technologies (S3, Athena, Redshift) or other cloud platforms * Knowledge of emerging analytics approaches, including AI\-driven solutions and examples of the outcomes that were delivered * Experience working with large datasets and complex data environments * Strong problem\-solving skills and attention to detail * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present to both technical and non\-technical audiences **Bonus Skills:** * Familiarity with APIs, webhooks, data streaming, and modern data architectures * Experience in transportation, logistics, or similar industries * Demonstrated leadership experience (project ownership, mentoring, or influencing teams)