Data Analyst - remote, full-time, (must-know: Metabase)

As a Data Analyst at Whizz, your main responsibilities include creating and maintaining analytical dashboards using SQL and Metabase, generating reports to visualize data insights, and performing ad hoc analyses to support business operations. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to define KPIs and ensure data accuracy across various platforms.

The Data Analyst role at Whizz requires proven experience with SQL and a strong working knowledge of Metabase. Applicants should also have a solid understanding of data visualization best practices and the ability to analyze trends in customer behavior, operational performance, and product usage.

At Whizz, a Data Analyst will thrive in a dynamic and collaborative remote work environment. With a focus on professional growth and flexibility, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with a mission-driven team that values your contributions to transforming the mobility experience.

While not mandatory, having knowledge of statistical methods and predictive analytics is considered a plus for the Data Analyst position at Whizz. This understanding can enhance your ability to generate deeper insights from data and support strategic decision-making processes.

A Data Analyst at Whizz can contribute to the company's growth by providing actionable insights derived from data analysis. By effectively interpreting data trends and collaborating with other teams, you can help shape business strategies and improve operational performance, ultimately driving the company’s mission forward.

When asked about your SQL experience, highlight specific projects where you used SQL to manipulate and analyze data. Discuss types of queries you've written and how you’ve optimized them for performance, demonstrating your problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

In answering this question, explain your process for creating effective dashboards, including gathering requirements, defining KPIs, and using Metabase to visualize data. Share examples of dashboards you've built and how they added value to decision-making processes.

Discuss your systematic approach to data validation and verification. Talk about specific practices like cross-referencing data sets, establishing protocols for data input, and regularly auditing reports to maintain accuracy and consistency.

Share your techniques for managing time effectively, such as prioritizing tasks, breaking projects into manageable steps, and applying agile methodologies to adapt to changing requirements while still maintaining high-quality outputs.

In your response, detail a specific project where your analysis led to actionable insights resulting in measurable improvements. Describe your methodology, collaboration with stakeholders, and the impact of your findings on business outcomes.

Mention the visualization tools you have experience with, highlighting Metabase as a key tool for this position. Discuss how you've used these tools to create impactful visualizations that facilitated easier understanding of complex data.

Discuss how you communicate effectively with different teams, ensuring everyone understands the data-related aspects of their projects. Mention your ability to adapt your insights based on the audience’s needs and your willingness to learn from team members.

Explain that KPIs are essential for measuring success and guiding strategic decisions. Discuss how you have contributed to defining KPIs in past roles and the importance of regularly reviewing them to align goals with performance.

Share an example where you simplified complex data findings for a non-technical audience. Discuss the techniques you used, such as visual aids or storytelling, to ensure they grasped the critical insights without becoming bogged down in technical details.

In your answer, convey your passion for using data as a tool for decision-making. Share your aspirations for continuous learning, taking on more strategic roles in the future, or possibly specializing in areas like predictive analytics, showcasing your commitment to professional growth.