Data Scientist
PonteraPontera is a fintech company on a mission to help people retire better. Our software platform enables retirement savers to get the help they need managing their 401(k) and other retirement plan accounts as part of a personalized strategy by their trusted financial advisor.
Pontera is used by financial advisors across the nation– from SMB to Fortune 500 RIA firms, independent broker-dealers, plan custodians, and plan advisors.
Backed by leading venture capital firms including ICONIQ Growth and Lightspeed Venture Partners, Pontera is built by talented individuals who share a dedication to helping people retire with greater security.
Our team is fast-growing and driven to become one of the largest fintech companies in the world. Our culture is built on a people-first principle: in a complex and numbers-driven industry, we never lose sight of the people we serve and work alongside. That’s where you come in.
DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join our growing team. As a Data Scientist, you will play a pivotal role in driving data-driven decision-making across the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to uncover insights, optimize business processes, and support strategic initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while working on meaningful challenges that directly impact our mission.
At Pontera, we leverage a modern data stack that includes Snowflake, DBT, and Tableau to enable seamless data analysis and visualization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with stakeholders across teams (e.g., Product, Sales, Marketing) to identify analytical needs and deliver actionable insights.
- Perform deep-dive analyses on complex datasets to uncover trends, identify opportunities, and solve business problems.
- Develop, implement, and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and measure business outcomes.
- Support decision-making by providing clear, concise, and impactful data presentations to leadership and other stakeholders.
- Partner with Data Engineering to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and scalability of data pipelines and reporting tools.
- Proactively identify areas for improvement in processes, tools, and data quality, and recommend solutions.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in a data analytics role in the tech industry, with a proven track record of driving business impact.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
- Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
- Business Acumen: Experience working in FinTech, SaaS, or a high-growth startup environment is a plus.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and levels of seniority.
Nice to have:
- Experience working with GTM teams, with an emphasis of Sales and CS
- Familiarity with Python, R, or similar scripting languages is a plus.
- Specific Tableau experience
WHAT WE OFFER
- Compensation: $150,000 to $180,000 annually
- Opportunity: Have a major impact at a fast-growing startup that is revolutionizing the FinTech industry
- Team Culture: A collegial, collaborative, fun work environment with frequent team events
- Equity: All new hires are eligible for equity grant participation
- Healthcare: Comprehensive & affordable insurance benefits with a variety of plan options
- Retirement: 401(k) with employer match & employer-sponsored access to a retirement advisor
- Family Benefits: Paid parental leave & reimbursement program for family planning services (such as fertility treatments, adoption, or surrogacy
- Professional Development: Sponsored learning & development program (to cover classes, certifications, and more!)
- Food Perks: Fully stocked kitchen & lunch reimbursement program
- Work Flexibility: A hybrid office work model (In-Office Tues/Weds/Thurs and WFH Mon/Fri) & generous PTO day
Pontera is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.