Data Lead

As a Data lead at NxtWave, you will lead end-to-end analytics projects, turning complex datasets into actionable insights for business decision-making for a business unit. You will define key metrics, design data models, and mentor junior analysts while driving automation and self-serve analytics across the organization.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Own end-to-end analytical projects — from understanding business problems to delivering actionable insights using data-driven approaches
• Mentor analysts , ensuring the delivery of accurate and insightful reports and dashboards
• Analyze trends and root causes , define or improve KPIs, and provide recommendations that drive business decisions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, align priorities, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes
• Work with cross-functional teams — including engineering, product, and management to define data needs and identify process improvements
• Ensure data quality, access control, and governance , following organizational guidelines and best practices
• Recommend improvements in data collection methods and promote strong data governance practices
• Drive automation and self-serve analytics initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts
• Maintain key business metrics, documentation etc., for consistency and knowledge sharing
• Stay updated with the latest tools, technologies, and best practices in data analysis and visualization
• Exhibit ownership and accountability for team performance, outcomes, and continuous improvement

Skills Required :

Advanced SQL skills — ability to write optimized queries and handle large datasets

Hands-on experience with cloud data warehouses — BigQuery, Snowflake, or Redshift

Strong experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker Studio

Proficiency in defining key business metrics and identifying the right data points required for projects and analyses

Experience with data transformation tools such as dbt (Data Build Tool)

Good understanding of statistics

Ability to analyze data using tools like Google Sheets / Excel and Python

Strong data storytelling and visualization sense

Experience in automating data workflows and enabling self-serve analytics

Understanding of ML,AI concepts - prior working experience is a plus

Attention to detail with a logical and structured approach to problem-solving

Ability to work independently , manage multiple priorities, and deliver within deadlines

Mentorship capability — guide and support junior analysts

Languages Known :

Need proficiency in English

Work Experience :

2+ years of experience in the field of Analytics

Work Location :

Hyderabad

Working Days :

5 - Day Week

Skills Required

Statistics, Advanced Sql