Analyst Lead, Full Stack

Affirm; Halifax; Remote; USD 142,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Analyst Lead to join their Growth Analytics team. This role involves taking ownership of the analytics process, conducting deep dives into performance metrics, and translating findings into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, possess strong analytical skills, and be passionate about redefining the lending industry. With a remote-first approach, this position offers flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the financial sector.

Benefits

Health Care Coverage

Flexible Spending Wallets

Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a cross-functional analytical role.
• Experience guiding junior analysts and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Own the analytics process: define metrics, generate insights, track performance.
• Translate analytical findings into narratives for leadership.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

SQL

Python

A/B Testing

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Statistics

Master's Degree in Finance

Tools

SQL

Python

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Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our Growth Analytics team. This team plays a crucial role in conducting research, monitoring performance, and running experiments to develop exceptional products for both consumers and merchants and long-term growth for the business. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, a collaborative mindset, an eagerness to learn, and the patience to tackle complex challenges.

What You'll Do

• Take ownership of the end-to-end analytics process: define success metrics, generate insights and hypotheses, track performance, and create intuitive dashboards and reports that can be easily shared across the organization. Develop scalable analytics solutions and data models.
• Spearhead weekly cross-functional metric reviews, collaborating with partners to conduct deep dives into significant metric shifts and suggest actionable steps.
• Operate with a General Manager mindset, proactively identifying opportunities through analysis and product sense to enhance user experience, growth, and profitability.
• Tackle ambiguous problems by identifying core hypotheses and designing actionable experiments to validate product-market fit and economic viability.
• Translate analytical findings into clear and compelling narratives/business cases for leadership to inform decision-making.
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships and establish yourself as a trusted advisor to team members.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts to deliver high-impact work that drives business results.

What We Look For

• Passion to redefine the lending and financial industry for the better.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitatively rigorous subject area like statistics, math, finance, economics desired.
• 5+ years of proven ability in a cross-functional analytical role.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of A/B testing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally and influence both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with balancing multiple workstreams and prioritizing your own roadmap.
• Experience with SQL and performing statistical analysis using Python.
• Ability to think creatively and critically and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and often ambiguous work environment.
• Willingness to go out of your way to help teammates.
• Humility and team player attitude.
• Previous experience in guiding junior analysts.

Pay Grade - M

Equity Grade - 5

Employees new to Affirm typically start at the beginning of the pay range. Affirm offers a transparent pay structure based on factors like location, experience, and skills.

Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include stipends for health, wellness, tech, and benefits (including subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage). Employees may also be eligible for equity rewards.

Pay range: $142,000 - $192,000 per year.

Affirm is a remote-first company, allowing most roles to be performed remotely within the country of employment, with some roles requiring occasional office presence.

Benefits

• Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for you and your dependents.
• Flexible Spending Wallets - stipends for various needs.
• Time off - vacation and holiday schedules.
• ESPP - employee stock purchase plan at a discount.

We are committed to an inclusive interview process and provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities.