Data Analyst
Company: Haystack
Location: Ohio (Remote)
Type: Full-time
Level: Junior
Remote: Yes
Posted: 2026-03-02
About this role
Lead Data Analyst | Ohio | Fully Remote
We're working with a global leader in agricultural genetics and food sustainability on this exciting opportunity. We are looking for a visionary Lead Data Analyst to spearhead a high-performing team, bridging the gap between complex data warehousing and strategic business intelligence using Power BI and SQL.
This is a chance to move beyond simple reporting and into true architectural ownership, where you will design dimensional models and establish a world-class data governance framework. If you are passionate about mentoring analysts, maturing data processes, and driving a culture of analytical excellence, this remote-first role is for you.
The Role
• Lead and mentor a dedicated guild of data analysts, fostering career growth and establishing rigorous validation standards.
• Design and prototype sophisticated dimensional data models in collaboration with Data Warehouse Engineers to support global business needs.
• Act as a strategic partner to stakeholders, conducting structured discovery to translate ambiguous requirements into actionable, high-value data solutions.
• Build compelling, high-impact dashboards in Power BI and formulate key metrics that drive decision-making across the organization.
• Develop a robust data governance framework, including data dictionaries, lineage documentation, and automated profiling within modern catalog tools.
What You'll Need
• Proven experience in a leadership or mentorship capacity within a data or analytics function.
• Advanced technical mastery of Power BI, including DAX, complex data modeling, and report authoring.
• Deep proficiency in SQL for advanced data profiling, manipulation, and quality analysis.
• Solid understanding of Dimensional Modeling and Data Governance principles (experience with Databricks Unity Catalog or Microsoft Purview is a major plus).
• A background in Agile or Behavior Driven Development (BDD) methodologies with the ability to commun...