Initiate International
Data Analyst
Initiate InternationalCanada1 day ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyProduction, Information Technology

We are partnering with an innovative Canada-based online sportsbook and casino to appoint a commercially focused Data Analyst. Reporting to the Head of Data & Analytics, this role sits at the heart of strategic decision-making, transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive product performance, marketing effectiveness, and player engagement.


This opportunity is ideal for an experienced analyst who thrives in fast-paced digital environments and enjoys influencing business direction through advanced analytics, experimentation, and scalable reporting solutions.


As a Data Analyst, you will lead high-impact analytical initiatives and champion data-driven decision-making across the business.


Key responsibilities include:


  • Partner with stakeholders to translate business questions into structured analytical solutions
  • Apply advanced statistical methods, A/B testing, and experimental design to inform strategic decisions
  • Analyse player behaviour, segmentation, lifecycle performance, retention, and bonus campaign effectiveness
  • Write and optimise complex SQL queries to extract and structure data
  • Use Python (and ideally PySpark) to clean, transform, and analyse large datasets
  • Design scalable dashboards and reporting frameworks in Power BI
  • Define and track core business metrics and performance KPIs
  • Communicate clear, strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders
  • Mentor junior analysts and contribute to technical best practices


All About You

We are seeking a commercially minded Data Analyst with strong technical expertise and experience in marketing or player analytics.


You will bring:


  • 5+ years experience in data analytics, ideally within online gaming, sportsbook, or digital consumer sectors
  • Strong hands-on experience in marketing analytics, campaign performance analysis, segmentation, and lifecycle modelling
  • Advanced knowledge of SQL and Python (PySpark preferred)
  • Experience designing dashboards in Power BI or equivalent BI tools
  • Knowledge of cloud data platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks
  • Experience with predictive modelling, experimentation, and statistical analysis
  • Strong project ownership and the ability to manage multiple analytical initiatives
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills for non-technical audiences

A Bachelors or Masters degree in a quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Data Science is preferred.


Additional Information

  • Fully remote opportunity (Canada-wide)
  • Competitive compensation and 100% employer-paid premium benefits
  • Strong leadership visibility and mentorship opportunities
  • High-growth, collaborative culture built on transparency, integrity, and continuous improvement
  • This position does not use artificial intelligence during the hiring process


If you are a data-driven problem solver looking to make a measurable impact in a scaling digital business, we would love to tell you more!

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