Senior Data Analyst
Thrive MarketSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, BlockchainIndustries
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience using data to drive measurable business impact
- Deep proficiency in SQL (preferably BigQuery) and expertise with complex joins, subqueries, and recursive logic
- Advanced experience with Tableau; you know how to build dashboards that influence decisions, not just report them
- Strong understanding of risk modeling, credit analytics, or capital markets data structures
- Proven experience in fintech or financial services environments
- Working knowledge of Python for data manipulation, automation, or modeling
- Appreciation for statistical concepts like causal inference, bias detection, and experimental design
- Clear, confident communication with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Comfort navigating ambiguity and setting analytical direction in fast-moving environments
- A natural curiosity
Responsibilities
- Act as the analytics lead for Credit/Risk and Capital Markets, guiding decision-making through data-driven insights
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to shape the questions that matter most, then answer them through thoughtful analysis and storytelling
- Design and maintain robust Tableau dashboards that translate data into actionable narratives
- Write and optimize BigQuery SQL to extract, transform, and analyze large-scale datasets
- Develop analytical frameworks and models that support risk forecasting, pricing strategies, and portfolio performance
- Apply statistical and experimental methods to test hypotheses, quantify uncertainty, and inform strategic trade-offs
- Communicate findings clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders
- Champion a culture of data accuracy, curiosity, and continuous improvement
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the main responsibilities of the Principal Data Analyst role?
You will act as the analytics lead for Credit/Risk and Capital Markets, partner with cross-functional leaders for data-driven insights, design Tableau dashboards, write optimized BigQuery SQL, and develop frameworks for risk forecasting, pricing, and portfolio performance.
What technical skills are required for this position?
Proficiency in Tableau for building dashboards, BigQuery SQL for data extraction and analysis, and statistical/experimental methods for hypothesis testing and modeling is required.
Is this role remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for the Principal Data Analyst position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Data Analyst role?
A strong candidate combines analytical rigor with business intuition, excels in partnering with Credit/Risk and Capital Markets teams, and has expertise in Tableau, BigQuery SQL, and developing scalable analytical frameworks.
Figure
Blockchain-based home equity lending solutions
About Figure
Figure is a financial technology company that uses blockchain technology to improve financial transactions, specifically in the home equity lending market. It offers products like Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and mortgage refinancing, allowing homeowners to access their home equity quickly and efficiently. The application process is fully online, enabling homeowners to receive funds in as little as five days, which is much faster than traditional banks that can take weeks or months. Figure ensures secure and cost-effective transactions through blockchain, and it generates revenue from origination fees and interest on loans, with competitive rates starting at 3.49% APR. Targeting homeowners across various U.S. states, Figure aims to meet the demand for quick access to home equity for purposes like home improvements or debt consolidation.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$406.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
201-500Employees
Benefits
Health & wellness - Figure pays 100% of premium costs for employees and dependents for medical, dental, and vision insurance (with the exception of costs associated with the buy-up medical plan.)
Continuing education - Figure will reimburse eligible employees for approved continuing education that either offers growth in an area related to his or her current position or that may lead to promotional opportunities.
Flexible time off - We offer 10 company-wide holidays plus one personal holiday, generous Flexible Time Away (FTA), Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Parental Leave.
Bonus & stock options - Figure’s Bonus Plan recognizes and rewards eligible employees’ efforts and contributions. Eligible employees are also granted an option to purchase a set number of shares of Figure’s common stock.
Risks
Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
New piggyback loan product could increase financial risk amid housing affordability issues.
Volatile crypto market could impact Figure's blockchain initiatives.
Differentiation
Figure uses blockchain to offer fast, secure home equity access in five days.
The company provides a fully online application process, unlike traditional banks.
Figure's competitive interest rates start as low as 3.49% APR.
Upsides
Increased blockchain adoption boosts Figure's secure transaction offerings.
Figure Connect taps into the demand for liquid private capital markets.
Michael Tannenbaum's appointment as CEO suggests potential for growth.
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