We are looking for an experienced analyst on the Performance and Optimization Team who will provide analytical support to the sales, marketing, and business development departments. Core responsibilities include optimizing campaigns, preparing and interpreting data and reporting, and reviewing key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide suggestions and guidance to both our clients and internal teams. 

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and interpret performance data to best optimize advertiser CPC campaigns.
• Work with advertisers to find opportunities to expand the volume and reach.
• Be an expert on the MediaAlpha platform’s tools and data. 
• Help clients build, execute, and optimize campaigns and measure results.
• Provide consultative and strategic marketing guidance for clients.
• Build templates and tools to improve the efficiency and efficacy of analysis and optimizations. 

Requirements

• Strong analytical ability and experience synthesizing large data sets. 
• Capacity to think critically and creatively, identify problems, and propose solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter who can take initiative on projects, work to scale existing processes, and implement new ones. 
• Strong Excel proficiency (pivot tables, vlookups, data manipulation).
• Experience applying statistical concepts and real-world business problems (e.g., confidence intervals).
• SQL and programming proficiency (Python, R, etc.) is required. 
• 2+ years of work experience in an analytical role.
• B.S. or B.A. required, preferably in a quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, business, finance, math, engineering, statistics).
• Experience with search, display, performance, and/or direct marketing a plus.  

Compensation

• Highly competitive salary and bonus program participation.
• High-quality PPO health, dental, and vision care plans with zero employee contributions and zero deductibles (in-network). Flexible spending account.
• Open/Unlimited PTO.
• 401K company contribution program (after 90 days).
• Ongoing professional training and education program with reimbursements.
• Generous employee perks (e.g., mobile phone program, gym membership).