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LiftoffLead Data Analyst
Liftoff seeks a Lead Data Analyst to act as the senior individual contributor addressing complex analytical challenges on the supply side of its mobile app performance…
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Liftoff seeks a Lead Data Analyst to act as the senior individual contributor addressing complex analytical challenges on the supply side of its mobile app performance marketing platform. Operating in a remote capacity across approved states, this position involves reporting directly to the VP of Analytics & Operations Supply to shape operational and roadmap decisions. The person in this role will lead transformational projects end-to-end, build reproducible analytics workflows, and…
Job Description
Liftoff seeks a Lead Data Analyst to act as the senior individual contributor addressing complex analytical challenges on the supply side of its mobile app performance marketing platform. Operating in a remote capacity across approved states, this position involves reporting directly to the VP of Analytics & Operations Supply to shape operational and roadmap decisions.
The person in this role will lead transformational projects end-to-end, build reproducible analytics workflows, and mentor other analysts on technical rigor and strategic insight development. The candidate will partner cross-functional teams across engineering, product, finance, and data science to drive initiatives forward.
Liftoff operates as a remote-first company founded in 2012, headquartered in Redwood City, California, and supporting thousands of mobile businesses globally. The compensation package spans a base salary range of $142,000 to $195,000 per year depending on geographic tier and experience, alongside equity and health, vision, and dental benefits. Periodic travel to in-person team gatherings at least once per quarter is required.
Responsibilities
- Triage technical issues and conduct root-cause analyses connecting product performance to business metrics
- Develop and automate dashboards, reporting pipelines, and ad-hoc analysis tools using SQL, Looker, or Tableau
- Write and optimize complex SQL queries operating on billions of rows of large-scale data
- Translate technical updates regarding machine learning models, software development kits, and auction mechanics into commercial and leadership impact analyses
- Manage transformational projects completely from initial scoping and ideation through to operational execution
- Mentor team members regarding business context, technical methods, and communication practices
- Collaborate across departments with finance, engineering, product, and data science teams
Requirements
- Possess at least 8 years of professional experience in business analytics, consulting, or data analytics roles within high-tech or AdTech environments
- Demonstrate expertise in writing performance-optimized SQL queries for massive datasets utilizing cloud data warehouses like Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, or Trino
- Apply solid knowledge of causal reasoning, statistical inference, and A/B test design
- Show proficiency using business intelligence tools such as Tableau or Looker
- Demonstrate the ability to translate technical findings into revenue, margin, and partner impact insights
- Display structured consulting-style presentation abilities to build narratives, handle pushback, and defend recommendations
- Commit to attending in-person team gatherings at least once per quarter
Qualifications
- Hold a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, analytics, economics, or a related discipline
Core Skills
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Medical coverage
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness stipends
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the salary range for the Lead Data Analyst position?
Base compensation ranges from $142,000 to $195,000 per year, varying based on candidate experience and geographic location.
Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is eligible for full-time remote work within specific approved states including CA, CO, ID, IL, FL, GA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, and WA.
Are there any travel requirements for this remote role?
Employees are expected to attend in-person team gatherings, regional meetups, or project meetings at least once per quarter.
What education is required for this role?
Candidates must have a B.A. or B.S. degree in Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
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