Senior Manager, Data

The Athletic

. Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Data Analysts .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United States, CanadaSenior💰 $170,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analytics and product analytics, with a strong focus on statistical modeling, experimentation, and strategic insight generation. Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while integrating modern data tools and methodologies into workflows.

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Data Analytics ManagementSQL ExpertiseStatistical Modeling with Python or RA/B Testing and ExperimentationDigital Media Experience

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsProduct AnalyticsStatistical ModelingA/B TestingCausal InferenceCohort ModelingData ManipulationReportingStrategic InsightMetric Definition

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunicationAnalytical RigorProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SQLSnowflakeBigQueryLookerTableauModeGitGithubGenerative AI ToolsData Visualization

Industry Keywords

Digital MediaSubscription-Based Business ModelData ComplexityReal-Time Event DataSports Media

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryCloudPythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Data Analysts
Model analytical rigor, evaluate statistical approaches, and contribute hands-on to ambiguous, high-stakes projects
Shift the team from reactive service analytics and dashboard maintenance to proactive strategic inquiry
Explain the reasons behind performance metrics and translate data into concrete business recommendations
Partner with Product, Design, and Growth leaders to influence roadmap strategy and prioritize high-impact initiatives
Establish clear learning objectives before analytical work begins
Oversee product experimentation, including A/B testing, causal inference, and behavioral/cohort modeling across digital destinations and app ecosystems
Define rigorous guardrails and success metrics
Partner with upstream data and engineering teams to understand data pipelines and navigate data complexity
Establish standardized, trusted metric definitions across the organization
Integrate modern data tools and generative AI capabilities into daily workflows
Demonstrate commitment to The Athletic’s values, journalistic independence, and The New York Times Company mission
Report to the Director, Data & Insights

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, product analytics, or applied quantitative roles delivering reporting, analysis, and strategic insight
1–3+ years of experience formally managing, leading, or mentoring data scientists or analysts
Expertise in SQL
Experience with large-scale relational databases and modern cloud data warehouses, such as Snowflake or BigQuery
Proficiency in Python or R for statistical modeling, data manipulation, and deeper quantitative analysis
Experience with modern BI/data visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, or Mode
Strong background in experimentation (A/B testing), causal inference, and cohort/retention modeling within a digital subscription or media environment
Experience in digital media or subscription-based business model highly preferred
Familiarity with version control workflows (Git, Github, code reviews) highly preferred
Experience navigating upstream data complexity and working with high-volume, real-time event data highly preferred
Passion for sports media and digital publishing highly preferred
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a quantitative field highly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock, may be available for U.S. roles depending on the role
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
Company-matching 401(k) plan
Paid vacation
Paid sick days
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development programs