
Data analyst
Bending Spoons · France
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- €107,837 / year
- France
Job highlights
- Analyze user behavior and product adoption.
- Design and run A/B tests.
- Translate data into actionable insights.
- Leverage AI for faster analysis.
- Improve data tools and workflows.
About the role
About Bending Spoons
At Bending Spoons, we’re striving to build one of the all-time great companies. A company that serves a huge number of customers. A company where team members grow to their full potential. A company that functions at unparalleled levels of effectiveness and efficiency. A company that creates value for shareowners at an extraordinary rate. And a company that does so while adhering to high ethical standards.In pursuit of this objective, we acquire and improve digital businesses, not to sell on, but to own and operate for the long term. The transformations we make are often deep—designed to speed up innovation, benefit customers, and strengthen business performance. Here, hierarchy is minimal and teams are small and talent-dense. We operate established products with the ambition, agility, and urgency of a startup. Across the company, we integrate AI deeply into how we work so that human judgment and machine intelligence reinforce each other.
For a talented, driven, and collaborative individual, working at Bending Spoons is an opportunity to learn, make an impact, and progress their career at an exceptionally high rate. That’s our promise to such a candidate.
Responsibilities
Frame the right questions. Partner with product and growth manager to identify the most impactful questions—whether about pricing, feature adoption, or user behavior—and define how to answer them.Own product analytics and experiments. Design, implement, and analyze experiments end to end (e.g., deciding whether a feature should be paid or free), balancing short-term impact with long-term product health.
Translate data into insights. Provide timely, high-quality insights to support prioritization, business planning, and product trade-offs.
Make insights actionable. Translate analyses and model outputs into recommendations, using dashboards and lightweight reporting to help teams move quickly.
Leverage AI to accelerate work and uncover insights. Use AI tools to move faster, surface ideas and opportunities, and study competing products and trends.
Scale how insights are produced. Improve the tools and workflows used to store, process, and analyze data, using automation and modern tooling to make insight generation faster and more scalable.
What we look for
Reasoning ability. Given the necessary knowledge, you can solve complex problems. You think from first principles, and structure your ideas sharply. You resist the influence of biases. You identify and take care of the details that matter.Drive. You’re extremely ambitious in everything you do—and your initiative, effort, and tenacity match the intensity of your ambition. You feel deeply responsible for your work. You hold yourself to a high—and rising—bar.
Team spirit. You give generously and without the expectation of receiving in return. You support the best idea, not your idea. You're always happy to get your hands dirty to help your team. You’re reliable, honest, and transparent.
Proficiency in English. You read, write, and speak proficiently in English.
What we offer
Incredibly talented, entrepreneurial teams. You’ll work in small, result-oriented, autonomous teams alongside some of the brightest people in your field.An exceptional opportunity for growth. We go to great lengths to hire individuals of outstanding potential—then, our priority is to put them in the ideal position to thrive. Spooners in their 20s lead products worth hundreds of millions of dollars. And if you’ve got what it takes, you’ll soon be playing an essential role in major projects, too.
Competitive pay and access to equity in the company. Typically, we offer individuals at the start of their career an annual salary of £85,797 in London and €66,065 elsewhere in Europe. For a candidate that we assess as possessing considerable relevant experience, the salary on offer tends to be between £112,189 and £250,512 in London, and €107,837 and €188,848 elsewhere in Europe. Compensation varies by location and expected impact, and grows rapidly as you gain experience and translate it into greater contributions. For individuals who demonstrate exceptional capability, we may offer compensation that extends beyond the usual ranges to reflect their higher expected impact. If you're offered a permanent contract, you'll also be able receive some of your pay in company equity at a discounted price, thus participating in the value creation we achieve together. If relocating to Italy, you may enjoy a 50% tax cut.
All. These. Benefits. Flexible hours, remote working, unlimited backing for learning and training, top-of-the-market health insurance, a rich relocation package, generous parental support, and a yearly retreat to a stunning location. We help each Spooner set up the conditions to do their best work.
Commitment & contract
Permanent or fixed-term. Full-time or part-time.Location
Milan (Italy), London (UK), Madrid (Spain), Warsaw (Poland) or remote in selected countries.The selection process
In our screening process, we prioritize verifiable signals of excellence, regardless of seniority. Some people hold back because they feel they lack experience or have an “imperfect” CV. If you like the role and believe you could excel over time, don’t self-reject.If you pass our screening, you’ll be asked to complete one or more tests. They are challenging, may involve unfamiliar problems, and can take several hours.
We set the bar high and won’t extend an offer until we’re confident we’ve found the right candidate. This is why a job may remain open for months or be reposted several times.
We consider all applicants for employment and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities—please let us know through this form.
Before you apply If you’ve applied before but didn’t receive an offer, we recommend waiting at least one year before applying again.
Bending Spoons is a demanding environment. We’re extremely ambitious and we hold ourselves—and one another—to a high standard. While this tends to lead to extraordinary learning, achievement, and career growth, it also requires significant commitment.
To help you ramp up quickly and set yourself up for success, we recommend spending your first few months working from our Milan office, regardless of your long-term work location. It’s the best way to rapidly absorb our company culture and build trust with your new teammates. We’ll support you with generous travel and accommodation assistance. After that, you’re welcome to work from our offices in Milan or London, or remotely from approved countries—depending on what we agree at the offer stage.
If the role speaks to you and you’re excited to give your best, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now—we can’t wait to meet you.
Key skills/competency
Data Analysis, Product Analytics, Experiment Design, Data Visualization, AI Tools, Business Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data-Driven Decision Making, Cross-functional Collaboration, Quantitative AnalysisSkills & topics
- Data Analyst
- Analytics
- Data Science
- Product Analytics
- A/B Testing
- Data Visualization
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Business Intelligence
- Quantitative Analysis
- Python
- SQL
- Experimentation
- Data Engineering
- Big Data
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight analytical skills and AI experience.
- Showcase problem-solving: Quantify achievements in past roles.
- Prepare for tests: Practice complex analytical challenges.
- Understand the culture: Emphasize drive, reasoning, and teamwork.
Technical preparation
Master SQL for data extraction.,Practice Python for data manipulation.,Study A/B testing methodologies.,Familiarize with AI/ML concepts.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex problem you solved.,How do you handle ambitious goals?,Give an example of teamwork.,How do you ensure data accuracy?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the typical working hours for a Data Analyst at Bending Spoons?
- Bending Spoons offers flexible hours to help employees set up the conditions to do their best work. While the specific daily hours can vary, the company emphasizes results and efficiency, encouraging a proactive approach to managing one's workload.
- What kind of AI tools does Bending Spoons use for data analysis?
- Bending Spoons deeply integrates AI into its operations. While specific tools aren't listed, the company encourages leveraging AI to accelerate work, uncover insights, and study trends, suggesting a dynamic and modern tech stack.
- How does Bending Spoons support career growth for a Data Analyst?
- Bending Spoons prioritizes growth, offering opportunities to work on high-impact projects and take on significant responsibilities early in one's career. They provide unlimited backing for learning and training to help Spooners reach their full potential.
- What is the salary range for a Data Analyst at Bending Spoons?
- Salaries vary by location and experience. In London, entry-level roles might earn around £85,797, while experienced candidates could see between £112,189 and £250,512. European salaries are also competitive, with potential for equity and performance-based bonuses.
- Can I apply for the Data Analyst role at Bending Spoons if I don't have extensive experience?
- Yes, Bending Spoons encourages applications from individuals who believe they can excel over time, even if they feel they lack experience or have an 'imperfect' CV. They prioritize verifiable signals of excellence and potential over traditional seniority.
- Does Bending Spoons offer remote work for Data Analysts?
- Yes, Bending Spoons offers remote work in selected countries. However, new hires are recommended to spend their first few months in the Milan office to rapidly absorb company culture and build team trust, with relocation support provided.
- What kind of impact can a Data Analyst have at Bending Spoons?
- A Data Analyst at Bending Spoons can have a significant impact by identifying key questions, owning product analytics and experiments, translating data into actionable insights, and scaling insight generation processes. You'll directly influence product strategy and business performance.
- How competitive is the hiring process for the Data Analyst position?
- The hiring process is highly competitive, with a strong emphasis on verifiable excellence and rigorous testing. Bending Spoons sets a high bar and takes its time to find the right candidate, meaning jobs may remain open for extended periods.