Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.
The Data Science & Insights team seeks to leverage our massive data sets into actionable insights that deliver business value. As truth seekers and truth tellers, we relay what the data says without bias, even when inconvenient or difficult. We aim to improve decision-making quality and speed across the organization to enable a deeper understanding of our customers and products. We focus on efficient and effective analytic execution, positioning ourselves as the go-to experts with deep knowledge and expertise, constantly striving for better, faster insights from data.
We’re looking for a Data Analyst to join our Data Science & Insights team at Snap!
What you’ll do:
Drive impactful enhancements across Snap’s data ecosystem, optimizing ETL processes and data distribution while providing robust documentation and governance.
Deliver strategic insights by deeply understanding key business metrics, influencing product development and audience growth strategies.
Lead the design, execution, and automation of A/B and multivariate experiments, offering actionable business recommendations through robust data analysis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Data Engineering, Product, and Business units, to develop high-impact analytical solutions that drive strategic decision-making.
Enhance and maintain advanced data frameworks that optimize reporting and monitor key performance indicators, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
Proactively develop data quality checks, ensuring rigorous QA processes to maintain data integrity and reliability.
Create and manage scalable data pipelines, performing SQL and ETL tuning to increase efficiency and reduce system costs.
Lead the creation of detailed documentation, metadata management, and facilitate comprehensive data adoption strategies.
Communicate complex data stories to various stakeholders using advanced visualization techniques, elevating data literacy and driving business impact.
Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Proven leadership capabilities with substantial experience driving strategic data-driven projects and initiatives.
Expert proficiency in SQL and Python, with the ability to design complex queries and maintain robust data architectures.
Strong understanding of advanced statistical methods, data modeling, and growth accounting methodologies.
Excellent strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret market insights and transform them into actionable business strategies.
Superior communication skills, capable of crafting compelling narratives that articulate data insights across the organization.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in analytics, data science, information systems, computer science, business, marketing, communications, economics, or a related area of study or equivalent years of experience
4+ years of relevant professional experience in an analytical field.
3+ years of experience using SQL
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in additional programming languages like Python.
Experience in web application development is a strong plus.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to dynamic environments and cross-functional collaboration.
Experience with advanced A/B testing and deep understanding of metrics.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information.
"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
Compensation
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $142,000-$214,000 annually.
Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $135,000-$203,000 annually.Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $121,000-$182,000 annually.This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
Top Skills
Snap Inc. Santa Monica, California, USA Office
Snap LA is located in the Santa Monica Business Park. We're across the street from a ton of great restaurants, coffee shops, Clover Park, and more!
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