Senior data analyst roles are for experienced professionals who go beyond writing queries — you're shaping analytics strategy, mentoring junior team members, and presenting insights directly to leadership. These positions typically require 5+ years of experience and deep expertise in multiple tools and domains.
258 jobs found
Senior Fraud Investigations Analyst
ID.me — McLean, Virginia
Lead Data Analyst – Auto & Specialty
American Family Insurance — Madison, WI 53783; Boston, MA 02110;
Senior Market Analyst (Demand)
National Grid — London, England, United Kingdom
Lead Financial Analyst
Chartis Consulting Corporation — Arlington, Virginia, United States
Senior Data Analyst
Walmart — 802 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America
Senior Financial Analyst
WAGNER — Plymouth, Minnesota, United States
Senior Data Analyst
Axuall — Not specified
Senior Policy Analyst / Senior Data Analyst
KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation) — Washington, District of Columbia
Senior Business Analyst / Financial & Leadership Role
Banco Popular — Puerto Rico, United States
Data Analyst/Senior Data Analyst
City of Mesa — Mesa, Arizona, United States
What You Need to Know
Senior data analysts in the US earn between $100,000 and $131,000 per year on average, with top earners at major tech companies exceeding $160K. The jump from mid-level to senior often comes with more responsibility around stakeholder communication, project scoping, and data governance. Employers at this level expect proficiency in SQL and Python as table stakes, plus experience with data modeling, statistical analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Many senior roles serve as a bridge to management positions like Analytics Manager or Head of Data. Finance, tech, and pharma are the highest-paying industries for senior analysts. The title hierarchy typically goes: Data Analyst → Senior Data Analyst → Lead Analyst → Analytics Manager → Director of Analytics.