Senior Data Analyst
Mercor
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Job Description
About Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position Overview
Mercor is seeking a Senior Data Analyst for a contract position with a compensation of $75/hour. This role is fully remote.
Role Responsibilities
- Create realistic workflows involving SQL manipulation of datasets from daily roles.
- Validate and reason through ideal solutions for solving tasks.
- Review and validate AI model tool use capabilities related to your workflow.
- Evaluate data quality and implement validation checks.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 3+ years of experience in data analysis, data science, or a related quantitative field.
- Advanced proficiency in SQL (e.g., window functions, CTEs, query optimization, joins across large datasets).
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, or similar.
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Preferred
- Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field.
Application Process
The application process takes 20-30 minutes to complete.
- Submit your resume or LinkedIn profile highlighting SQL and data experience.
- Complete a brief skills assessment focused on SQL proficiency.
- Selected applicants may be invited to complete a short project-based evaluation.
- Qualified candidates can expect follow-up within a few days regarding next steps.
Resources & Support
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
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Key skills/competency
- Data Analysis
- SQL
- Data Science
- Relational Databases
- Data Quality
- Analytical Thinking
- AI Model Evaluation
- Workflow Optimization
- PostgreSQL
- BigQuery
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's culture: Study their mission, values, investor backing, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight advanced SQL proficiency, data analysis projects, and database experience relevant to the Senior Data Analyst role.
- Master SQL assessments: Practice complex SQL queries, window functions, and CTEs as Mercor emphasizes this skill.
- Prepare for project evaluations: Demonstrate problem-solving, data quality, and AI model evaluation skills in a practical scenario.
- Showcase analytical thinking: Be ready to discuss how you approach data validation and solution reasoning.
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