Business Data Analyst

Business Data Analyst Location: Mountain View, CA or San Diego, CA (Hybrid) Duration: 12 months with possible extension Experience Level: Senior About the Role We are looking for a Business Data Analyst who combines strong analytical thinking with business acumen to uncover insights that drive strategic and operational decisions. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can partner effectively with stakeholders, define analytical requirements, and translate data into actionable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Partner with business stakeholders to understand objectives, define KPIs, and translate them into measurable metrics (building data pipelines, KPI creations, and root cause analysis). • Generate hypotheses, analyze data to validate or refute them, and deliver insights that inform business strategies. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into data solutions. • Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to track performance and trends. • Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze data from multiple sources. • Use Python (or similar scripting tools) for deeper analysis, automation, and model development. • Present findings and recommendations to business and technical teams in a clear, compelling way. Qualifications & Skills Must Have: • Strong business acumen with a track record of linking analytics to tangible business outcomes. • Hands-on experience in SQL, Python, and data visualization tools (e.g., QlikView, Qlik Sense, Tableau). • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, including hypothesis-driven analysis. • Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Nice to Have: • Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, or cloud platforms (AWS). • Exposure to statistical analysis, A/B testing, or predictive modeling.