Senior Business Analyst Data & Analytics : 26-00413

Akraya; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic staffing organization is seeking a Senior Business Analyst specializing in Data and Analytics to influence high-level strategy by leveraging advanced data analysis. You will partner with senior leadership to define analytical frameworks and uncover insights to guide decision-making. This role requires expert-level SQL proficiency, strong BI tools experience, and knowledge in Python or R for data analysis. Industry experience in healthcare is essential for driving meaningful business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in SQL required.
• Strong experience with BI and visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
• Experience in Python or R for data analysis needed.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discovery and define requirements for complex, cross-functional projects.
• Partner with senior leaders to set KPIs and success metrics.
• Conduct advanced data analyses on large datasets.

Skills

SQL

BI Tools

Data Analysis

Python

Data Modeling

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Primary Skills: SQL (Expert), BI Tools (Advanced), Data Analysis (Expert), Python (Intermediate), Data Modeling (Advanced)

Contract Type: W2 Only

Duration: 6+ Months

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Pay Range: $55 - $60 on W2

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst specializing in Data and Analytics to drive strategic, high-impact projects by leveraging advanced data analysis. This role involves partnering with senior leadership to define analytical frameworks and uncovering insights to guide decision‑making. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor, turning data into strategic assets and influencing across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate discovery and define requirements for complex, cross‑functional projects.
• Partner with senior leaders to set KPIs, success metrics, and analytical frameworks.
• Conduct advanced data analyses on large datasets to drive strategic decisions.
• Develop and manage executive‑level reporting, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Translate business queries into analytical, functional, and technical specifications.

Must-Have Skills

• Expert‑level proficiency in SQL.
• Strong experience with BI and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience in Python or R for data analysis.

Industry Experience Required

• Demonstrated experience in the healthcare domain is required for this role, providing insights that align with the organization’s business strategy and operations.

This position offers the opportunity to influence high‑level strategy and operations in a dynamic, health‑focused organization, leveraging your expertise in data analysis and stakeholder engagement to drive meaningful business outcomes.

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