Senior Data Analyst - Fintech

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive bonus structure

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Stock options

Retirement savings plan

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for a fully remote Fintech team. You will extract insights from large datasets, build dashboards, and drive strategies through data-driven decisions.

You will collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing to align data requirements with business goals. The role requires 5+ years in data analytics, advanced SQL, strong visualization skills (Tableau/Power BI), and expertise in Python or R.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data analytics, preferably in Fintech.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction/manipulation.
• Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and statistical programming languages (Python, R).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, ML concepts, and experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets using advanced statistical techniques and tools.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track KPIs and business metrics.
• Identify trends and insights to inform business strategies and product development.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and marketing to define data requirements and analytical approaches.
• Design and evaluate A/B tests and experiments to measure impact of features or strategies.
• Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to the team's analytical capabilities.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data storytelling

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst to join their innovative, fully remote Fintech team. This role is crucial for extracting actionable insights from large datasets to drive strategic decision-making and enhance product development. You will be instrumental in analyzing customer behavior, market trends, and operational performance to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and contribute significantly to the company's success in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large and complex datasets using advanced statistical techniques and tools.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics.
• Identify trends, patterns, and insights within the data to inform business strategies and product development.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams to define data requirements and analytical approaches.
• Design and evaluate A/B tests and other experiments to measure the impact of new features or strategies.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to the team's analytical capabilities.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role, preferably in Fintech or a related industry.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Expertise in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical programming languages (e.g., Python, R).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning concepts, and experimental design.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling options.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous stock options and retirement savings plan.
• Professional development budget and opportunities for further specialization.