Entry Level Data Analyst / Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA

Sick of those 'entry level jobs' that require 1-2 years experience? If you have an analytical and quantitative mindset, and are looking to apply that to solving interesting problems everyday - please apply!

Our analyst team gets to work on all aspects of our business, from optimizing user experience on the site to monetization to growing our reach as a media company. We work with SQL, Python, Excel, R, and more, though no prior knowledge of programming is required. We're looking for analytical thinkers interested in scaling our business and using big data to give our users the best experience across our platform.

Come help us solve cool problems and grow the startup!

What we're looking for:

• B.A./B.S. in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or other quantitative field
• Ability to plan out a process and execute on it on a daily basis with an emphasis on achieving and measuring results
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly
• General understanding of market segmentation, sizing, and statistics
• Experience with or desire to learn SQL, Python, R, and more

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with email marketing (and SEM, SEO, display)
• Experience with online advertising / marketing growth metrics

Salary: $65,000

What to expect from the interview process:

1. Phone Call: After we review your application, you will have a phone call with an analyst. This phone call is an introduction to SmarterTravel and we will ask questions about your goals, a quantitative project you’ve worked on, and talk through a whiteboard problem.

2. Talk with potential future co-workers: The next stage is a round of two interviews, with two interviewers in each interview. The interviews will focus on how you use data to solve problems by going through a quantitative project you have worked on, how you plan and execute work, and each interview will have a whiteboard problem.

3. Talk with potential future managers: The third stage is a deep dive into your prior experiences from your resume, again with two interviewers. This interview is aimed at understanding your prior roles and we will ask the same questions about each experience. You will also have a phone call with our CEO.

4. Reference checks: The final stage is reference checks and a possible follow up call with another potential manager.

5. Our decision: If you’re selected, we’ll make an offer and have our team members available to support you in making your decision!

Things You'll Like About SmarterTravel:

• We value and encourage creative thinking & intellectual curiosity.

• You'll have a very clear understanding of how your work matters to the company.

• You'll find interesting new challenges every day on the forefront of online marketing.

• You'll be given the responsibility to have a big impact and opportunities for leadership within our business from early on.

• We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the support and resources necessary to excel.

• You'll be part of a passionate team with broad skills and interests.

• We have fun! Frequent company outings, lunches, and parties.

• We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a relaxed work environment with plenty of perks.