Data Analyst

Samsara; Toronto; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech industry is seeking a Data Analyst to join their dynamic People Analytics team. This remote role focuses on providing analytical support, managing data requests, and creating insightful reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in Data Analytics, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in data tools like Google Sheets and Tableau.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Data Analytics.
• Strong communication skills to explain data concepts.
• Customer-service-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and triage data requests via Slack and Zendesk.
• Provide responses to data inquiries using Tableau and Google Sheets.
• Support creation of recurring reports and presentations.

Skills

Data Analytics

Data Visualization

Data Management

Data Mining

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Google Sheets

Tableau

Google Slides

SQL

Python

Microsoft Access

Power BI

R

SAS

Job description

Were looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Data Analyst to join our dynamic People Analytics team. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing crucial analytical support and boosting our team's efficiency. You will become our go-to person for foundational data activities, enabling us to provide even better frontline support to our stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a strong foundation in data analysis within a fast-growing innovative company.

This is a remote position open to candidates based in Canada. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.

You should apply if :

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development and countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper-growth environment.
• You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together, and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.

In this role you will :

• Become a local expert and superuser of our standard dashboards and tables, understanding the data landscape inside and out.
• Manage and triage requests coming through various inbound channels including Slack and Zendesk, ensuring efficient routing and resolution.
• Provide timely and accurate responses to data inquiries using tools such as Tableau and Google Sheets to generate tables and charts where appropriate.
• Host regular office hours for people and recruiting stakeholders, offering guidance and support in navigating our data resources.
• Support the creation of recurring reports and presentations, including data pulls and formatting for recurring slide decks and other consistent needs.
• Perform evergreen and consistent data-related activities, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara's cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.

Minimum requirements for the role :

• Bachelor's Degree or years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Data Analytics.
• A customer-service-oriented mindset with a genuine desire to help others.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical data concepts into clear and understandable language for non-technical audiences.
• Solid proficiency in Google Sheets, including performing calculations, creating pivot tables, and developing insightful visualizations.
• Experience with Google Slides and a keen eye for robust formatting and presentation.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools for exploring data.
• A foundational understanding of basic statistical concepts.

An ideal candidate also has :

• Basic knowledge of SQL for data querying.
• Familiarity with Python for data manipulation and analysis.

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Data Analytics, Microsoft Access, SQL, Power BI, R, Data Visualization, Tableau, Data Management, Data Mining, SAS, Data Analysis Skills, Analytics