Data Analyst II (Remote, United States)

The Zebra

The Zebra

IT, Data Science
Austin, TX, USA
Posted on Nov 20, 2024

Introduction:

The Zebra, named a Best Place to Work in Austin four years running, is revolutionizing how connected consumers research and shop for insurance. We intentionally strive to build diverse teams that feel inclusive for all. Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," and we put that into practice by valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, & working together to tackle exciting problems.

Our analytics team is expanding, & we’re seeking a Data Analyst to help support The Zebra’s growing needs. Reporting directly to the Senior Data Analytics Manager, you will work closely with data practitioners and business partners to build and maintain our core reporting infrastructure, understand the landscape of our data, and drive better decision-making.

Location:

While we are open to remote work across the contingent US, we are still in the process of establishing our company to support work in all states! We are set up to support employees who want to be fully remote, in-office only, and a mix of the two. Please note - we will not be supporting work based out of the following states: CA, MA, NY, NJ.

What You'll Do:

  • Become an expert on our data from end to end (i.e. understanding the source of the data, how it is organized/transformed, and how it is interpreted in the context of our business)

  • Define metrics and create dashboards using SQL, Looker, and/or Hex that align with the team’s strategic direction and enable business stakeholders to self-serve their reporting needs.

  • Serve as a trusted thought partner to the Commercialization team, assisting with ad-hoc data questions, proactively updating on metric trends, and identifying new opportunities to use data to improve monetization.

  • Collaborate with other data practitioners to establish best practices and explore cross-departmental analytics opportunities to create a more robust view of the health of our business.

What We're Looking For:

As we evaluate candidates across all roles, we look for folks who have a strong sense of ownership, great communication and collaboration skills, and a dedication to continuous improvement.

  • 1-3 years of professional (or comparable) analyst experience

  • Intermediate to advanced SQL skills for querying and transforming raw data

  • Experience with BI platforms such as Looker, Tableau, Adobe, or Google Analytics

  • Strong analytical skills with a solid foundation in statistics and data visualization methods

  • Excellent communicator with a demonstrated ability to distill complex concepts for a general audience and contextualize your findings in business and product strategy

Experience that will Impress the Heck Out of Us:

  • Experience at a B2C technology company

  • Some exposure to data tools and technologies such as Snowflake, dbt, Hex, BigQuery, etc.

  • Some experience or interest in Data Science modeling techniques (e.g. regression, classification, forecasting)

  • Programming experience in Python or R

Interview Process:

  • Recruiter Screen:

    • An initial conversation to discuss your background, experience, and career goals.

    • The recruiter will provide an overview of the role, the team, and the company.

    • Opportunity for you to ask any high-level questions about the role and process.

  • Hiring Manager Interview:

    • A deeper dive into your technical experience and alignment with the role’s requirements.

    • Discussion about your problem-solving approach, accountability, collaboration, and communication skills.

    • A chance to learn more about team dynamics, expectations, and day-to-day responsibilities.

  • Final Panel Interview:

    • Includes a technical interview where you'll demonstrate your problem-solving and coding skills, tailored to the role’s focus.

    • Collaboration and communication are key, with an emphasis on explaining your thought process.

    • Additional discussions with team members or leaders to evaluate cultural alignment, teamwork, and your approach to cross-functional collaboration.

    • Time to ask in-depth questions to better understand the team, company goals, and role expectations

Benefits & Perks:

Inclusive and healthy environments are crafted intentionally. All of our employees can join and participate in (or create your own!) Employee Resource Groups. Here are some other wonderful perks of working here:

  • Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages

  • HSA offering + employer contribution

  • 401k plan + employer match

  • Unlimited PTO (paid time off)+ the flexibility to enjoy it

  • Paid Parental Leave Program

  • Wellness perk ($100/month)

  • Pet Adoption Reimbursement ($300/year)

  • Learning & Development Opportunities

  • Join a team that truly lives their values (outside of the office. Cliche, we know… but we really mean it)

About The Zebra:

The Zebra is the nation’s leading, independent insurance comparison site. With our dynamic, real-time quote comparison tool, consumers can identify insurance companies with the coverage, service level, and pricing to suit their unique needs. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Zebra has sought to bring transparency and simplicity to insurance shopping since 2012 -- it's “insurance in black and white.”

We've garnered attention and investment of some of the nation’s top venture capitalists. Check out all of our awards & recognition!

Our core mantra is "All Stripes Welcome." As part of our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce, we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform core job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.