Lead Data Analyst

Bazeta; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health/vision/dental benefits

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Liftoff, a leading AI-powered performance marketing platform for mobile apps, seeks a Lead Data Analyst to drive complex analytics and strategic insights. You’ll mentor analysts, build scalable analytics, and partner with Engineering, Product, and Finance to influence outcomes.

This role supports a remote-first environment with US hubs in Redwood City, LA, and NYC. Required 8+ years in data analytics, strong SQL, and expertise in Looker/Tableau; cloud warehouses

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in analytics, CS, engineering, mathematics, statistics, economics, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in data analytics, consulting, or business analytics, preferably in high-tech or AdTech.
• Strong SQL on massive datasets and experience with cloud data warehouses (BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift, Trino).
• Solid grounding in statistical inference and A/B test design; comfortable with causal reasoning and CI.
• Proficiency with Looker/Tableau or similar BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive analysis and insight generation on highly complex questions; influence roadmap and decisions at senior level.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for large-scale datasets and reproducible workflows.
• Conduct root-cause analysis at the intersection of product performance and KPIs.
• Build and automate dashboards and internal reporting pipelines using SQL, Looker, and Tableau.
• Mentor analysts on best practices and communicate technical insights to leadership.
• Partner with Engineering, Product, Data Science, and Finance to drive initiatives.

Skills

SQL proficiency

BI analytics

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring analysts

Communication to C-level

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytics, CS, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics

Tools

Looker

Tableau

BigQuery

Snowflake/Redshift/Trino

Job description

# Lead Data AnalystUnited States2 hours agoID 5412985Price on request## DetailsEmployment type: Full-timeRemote: YesCompany: LiftoffLevel: Director## DescriptionLiftoff is a leading AI-powered performance marketing platform for the mobile app economy. Our end-to-end technology stack helps app marketers acquire and retain high-value users, while enabling publishers to maximize revenue across programmatic and direct demand. Liftoff’s solutions, including Accelerate, Direct, Monetize, Intelligence, and Vungle Exchange, support over 6,600 mobile businesses across 74 countries in sectors such as gaming, social, finance, ecommerce, and entertainment. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, CA, Liftoff has a diverse, global presence. About this role: As a Lead Data Analyst, you will report directly to the VP of Analytics & Operations Supply and act as the team's senior individual contributor on the hardest and most ambiguous analytical problems across Liftoff's supply side. You will act as a technical and strategic thought leader, defining best practices for analytics, and mentoring analysts on technical rigor, problem-solving, and strategic insight development. This role demands technical depth, strong business acumen, and leadership skills to drive impact across multiple teams. Responsibilities: • Drive analysis and insight generation on highly complex, ambiguous business and technical questions; influence roadmap and operational decisions at a senior level. • Write and optimize complex SQL queries for large-scale datasets (billions of rows), developing reproducible analytics workflows. • Conduct root-cause analysis and triage technical issues at the intersection of product performance and business KPIs. • Build and automate dashboards, ad-hoc analysis tools, and internal reporting pipelines using SQL, Looker, and/or Tableau. • Translate highly technical concepts (e.g., ML model changes, SDK upgrades, auction mechanics) into business impact analysis for Commercial teams and leadership. • Lead transformational projects end-to-end, from ideation and scoping through technical execution and operational rollout. • Mentor other analysts on technical best practices, business context, and effective communication. • Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Data Science, and Finance teams to drive initiatives forward. Requirements: • B.A./B.S. degree in Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field. • 8+ years of experience in data analytics, consulting, or business analytics roles, preferably in high-tech or AdTech. • Expertise writing complex, performance-optimized SQL on massive datasets; experience with cloud data warehouses (BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift, Trino). • Solid grounding in statistical inference, A/B test design, and causal reasoning; comfortable with confidence intervals, statistical power, and the failure modes of noisy experiments. • Proficiency with Looker, Tableau, or similar BI tools. • Demonstrated ability to break down ambiguous business problems into structured analyses leading to actionable recommendations. • Can connect a technical finding to revenue, margin, and partner impact without being told how. • Strong written and verbal skills; able to tailor technical concepts for a range of audiences from engineering to C-level leadership. Consulting-style structured presentation skills: you can build a narrative, defend a recommendation, and handle pushback in the room. • Ability to mentor others, lead cross-functional projects, and drive organizational change through data insights. Location: This role is eligible for full-time remote work in one of our entities: CA, CO, ID, IL, FL, GA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, and WA. We are a remote-first company with US hubs in Redwood City, Los Angeles, and New York City. Travel Expectations: We offer several opportunities for in-person team gatherings, including but not limited to project meetings, regional meetups, and company-wide events. We expect our employees to attend these gatherings at least once per quarter. These gatherings provide essential opportunities for collaboration, communication, and team building. Compensation : Liftoff offers all employees a full compensation package that includes equity and health/vision/dental benefits associated with your country of residence. Base compensation will vary based on the candidate's location and experience. The following are our base salary ranges for multiple levels: • SF Bay Area, Los Angeles/Orange County, NYC, Seattle: $165,000 - $195,000 • Olympia, Austin, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Boston: $152,000 - $179,000 • All other cities and towns in our approved states: $142,000 - $167,000 Liftoff offers a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative work environment where employees are empowered to grow and make an impact. We’re shaping the future of the mobile app ecosystem—join us and help accelerate what’s next. Liftoff’s compensation strategy includes competitive salaries, equity, and benefits designed to support employee well-being and performance. We benchmark compensation based on role, level, and location to ensure fairness and market alignment. Benefits may include medical coverage, wellness stipends, and additional perks based on your country of residence. Liftoff is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice:... Source: Jobicy (https://jobicy.com/jobs/160026-lead-data-analyst)This listing comes from a partner feed. Apply on the source website.