Data analysts transform raw data into business insights, working with SQL, BI tools, and statistical methods. The role is increasingly in demand across every industry, not just tech.
Average Salary
$85,000
Salary Range
$60,000 – $130,000
Career Path
Data Analyst → Senior Analyst → Analytics Manager → Director of Analytics → VP of Data
Recruiter screen
Technical take-home (SQL + analysis)
Case study presentation
Behavioral round
Write a SQL query to find the second highest salary in a table
How would you analyze a sudden 20% drop in daily active users?
Describe a time you found an insight in data that changed a business decision
How do you handle conflicting data from different sources?
Walk me through how you'd build a dashboard for a new product
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Data analyst salaries vary enormously by industry. Financial services and tech pay 30-50% more than media or nonprofit for the same skills. Research your specific industry, not just the role title, before negotiating.
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