Senior Data Analyst

Stride, Inc.

. Partner with school executives, business leaders, and stakeholders to understand business performance drivers, state funding and compliance requirements, student enrollment and retention dynamics, business processes, and analytical needs .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $84,338 - $101,206 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analytics and financial modeling, utilizing advanced SQL and Python to develop scalable analytical solutions. Proficient in translating complex business rules into actionable insights while supporting compliance and operational decision-making.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced SQL ProficiencyPython For Data AnalysisData Visualization ToolsAnalytical Problem-Solving SkillsBachelor's Degree In Data Analytics

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsFinancial AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceAnalytical ModelingData ValidationForecastingStudent Retention MetricsMathematical ModelingComplex Data AnalysisCompliance Requirements

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationStakeholder EngagementAnalytical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauSnowflakeMicrosoft ExcelOutlookWordPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

State FundingRegulatory ComplianceEnrollment DynamicsBusiness ProcessesPerformance Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with school executives, business leaders, and stakeholders to understand business performance drivers, state funding and compliance requirements, student enrollment and retention dynamics, business processes, and analytical needs
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations supporting financial, strategic, and operational decision-making
Translate state funding methodologies, compliance requirements, retention drivers, and complex business rules into mathematical models and scalable analytical solutions using Python and SQL
Develop, maintain, and validate analytical models, datasets, reports, and dashboards
Support key performance metrics, state funding, regulatory compliance, enrollment and student retention, forecasting, and operational decision-making
Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and underlying performance drivers
Develop and analyze student retention metrics across schools, student populations, and student lifecycle stages
Document state funding and compliance rules, business requirements, model logic, data definitions, and analytical processes
No formal supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three (3) or more years of experience in data analytics, financial analytics, business intelligence, or a related role
Ability to clear the required background check
Advanced proficiency in SQL
Proficiency in Python for data analysis, modeling, and automation
Ability to translate complex business rules or policies into structured calculations and analytical models
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data validation skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience working with business stakeholders and senior leaders
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Experience with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
Working proficiency with Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel as required by the position
Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible employees may receive a bonus
Health benefits
Retirement contributions
Paid time off
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Travel as required by the position