Data Analyst

About the role

Join Andela, a leading talent marketplace transitioning into a high-scale, AI-integrated Talent Cloud. As a Data Analyst, you will build and maintain the data infrastructure that powers Andela's business intelligence and analytics capabilities. You will proactively identify analytical opportunities, design and lead experiments, and deliver insights with clear recommendations. You will also train business partners on self-service analytics tools and serve as the data expert for your business area. Key missions: Build and maintain the data infrastructure that powers Andela's business intelligence and analytics capabilities.. Proactively identify analytical opportunities and design experiments, A/B tests, and pilots with clear success metrics.. Train business partners on self-service analytics tools and metrics definitions, and serve as the data expert for your business area. Profile: - Business problem solver: You’re not just a functional expert; you consistently get praise for approaching your function through the lens of solving business problems - Low ego, low drama, servant leader: You share credit, take blame. You like being wrong because it means someone else had an even better idea - Great listener, hungry for feedback: You’re always seeking to improve – our product, our business, yourself. You solicit diverse opinions and deeply listen - Player-coach: You fly high (create strategy) AND low (know the details that matter). You roll up your sleeves and get scrappy. You do this proactively collaborating with your team while actively engaging in important details - One team mentality: You break silos across teams. You put the company and mission first above your team alone - Owner, not renter: You see a problem, you fix it or find someone who will. The buck stops with you - Think about the feedback your peers typically give you – if it usually sounds like the below, we want to hear from you: - Advanced SQL skills with ability to structure complex analyses independently - Preferred experience with the Looker semantic layer (LookerML) - Proficiency in R or Python for automated data processing, statistical modeling, and advanced visualization - Strong proficiency with BI tools (Looker, Tableau, Power BI, or similar) - Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority - Deep understanding of statistical concepts and experimental design - 4-7 years in business intelligence, data analytics, or related analytical role - Exceptional communication skills—ability to tell compelling stories with data - You don't wait for assignments; you proactively identify problems worth solving - You think from first principles and challenge assumptions in pursuit of truth - You're comfortable with ambiguity and can structure unstructured problems - You balance analytical rigor with pragmatic business judgment - Bachelor's degree in quantitative field; advanced degree preferred - You demonstrate high ownership and follow-through on all commitments