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About arenaflex
Welcome to arenaflex, where we believe in the power of storytelling to bring joy to millions of families and fans around the world. As a leader in digital entertainment and streaming services, arenaflex operates a portfolio of cutting-edge streaming platforms that deliver premium content to audiences globally. Our Immediate to Purchaser group administers the Hulu and arenaflex+ streaming organizations within arenaflex Entertainment, dedicated to bringing The Walt arenaflex Organization's world-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere.
At arenaflex, we value innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives and talents thrive. Our team works at the intersection of technology and entertainment, solving complex analytical challenges that directly impact how millions of subscribers experience our streaming services. Join us in shaping the future of digital entertainment!
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Analyst to join our Subscriber Operations team within the Data Analysis group. This pivotal role is responsible for the measurement and management of subscriber balances across the arenaflex Streaming portfolio, including arenaflex+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Star+. As a Senior Data Analyst at arenaflex, you will play a critical role in supporting ongoing partner forecasting for various business-critical initiatives.
Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with our upstream messaging partners to ensure accurate delivery of subscription change messaging—including cost increases, subscriber offers, and new data collection efforts—by identifying which subscribers should receive our legally required notifications. Additionally, you will help identify subscribers impacted by incidents requiring critical and legal remediations.
This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work alongside cross-functional teams including Incident Management, Business Operations, and Engineering to ensure the integrity of our subscriber balances while guaranteeing that customers receive refunds when required. If you are passionate about data-driven decision making and want to make a significant impact in the streaming industry, we invite you to apply!
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Data Analyst at arenaflex, you will be entrusted with a variety of strategic and operational responsibilities:
- Manage admission and record information requirements related to subscriber messaging initiatives, including cost increases, subscriber offers, and new data collection efforts, as well as incident remediation—ensuring that the right customers receive refunds when required.
- Develop complex queries based on required business logic, sometimes legally binding, to determine accurate partners of subscribers for messaging and/or remediation purposes.
- Communicate business requirements to technical teams while providing concise summaries of technical progress and/or roadblocks to business stakeholders.
- Foster a deep understanding of subscriber balances and the technical infrastructure that underlies subscriber data systems.
- Manage project planning and schedules while overseeing cross-functional delivery to ensure status transparency for significant business events.
- Drive alignment across Data, Business Operations, and Finance through the development of strong communication processes and operational playbooks.
- Collaborate with Data Product and Data Quality Engineering teams to contribute to the design of robust reporting solutions that minimize data incidents.
- Analyze subscriber trends and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making across the organization.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies regarding subscriber communications and data handling.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of analytical processes and best practices.
Essential Qualifications
To succeed in this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- 3+ years of work experience developing in SQL, particularly in an ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processing pipeline environment.
- 3+ years of analytical experience in a professional setting, demonstrating strong problem-solving capabilities and data interpretation skills.
- Demonstrated experience in delivering technical and/or analytical concepts to broad audiences with varying levels of technical expertise.
- Proficiency in Python, R, or other statistical programming languages for data analysis and modeling.
- Strong knowledge of data analysis and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Looker, Chartio, or similar platforms.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, combined with strong written and verbal presentation abilities.
- Academic background in an analytical field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related discipline (Bachelor's degree minimum).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with the following additional qualifications will be strongly preferred:
- Understanding of statistical concepts including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and predictive modeling techniques.
- Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant analytical field.
- Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration platforms.
- Knowledge of streaming industry dynamics and subscription-based business models.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure.
- Experience working with large-scale distributed data systems and big data technologies.
- Understanding of data governance and compliance requirements in regulated industries.
- Project management certifications or experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
Skills and Competencies
Beyond formal qualifications, we are seeking candidates who demonstrate the following core competencies:
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to deconstruct complex problems, identify patterns, and derive meaningful insights from large datasets.
- Technical Fluency: Strong coding skills and comfort working with modern data pipelines, databases, and visualization tools.
- Business Acumen: Understanding of how analytical insights translate into actionable business strategies.
- Communication Excellence: Capacity to translate technical findings into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
- Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively across functional teams and build strong working relationships.
- Initiative: Self-motivated approach with the ability to identify opportunities and drive projects forward independently.
- Adaptability: Comfortable operating in a rapidly evolving technology and entertainment landscape.
Career Growth Opportunities
At arenaflex, we are invested in the professional development of our team members. As a Senior Data Analyst, you will have access to numerous opportunities for career advancement and skill development:
- Leadership Pathways: Exceptional performers may progress into lead analyst, manager, or director roles within the Data Analysis organization.
- Cross-Functional Exposure: Work with teams across Engineering, Product, Finance, and Operations, gaining broad industry experience.
- Technical Specialization: Deepen expertise in areas such as machine learning, data engineering, or business intelligence based on your interests.
- Training Programs: Access to internal training sessions, workshops, and conferences to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Mentorship: Opportunities to mentor junior analysts and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
- Industry Knowledge: Gain unparalleled exposure to the streaming and entertainment industry at one of the world's leading media companies.
Work Environment and Culture
arenaflex fosters a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive. Our offices are designed to support both focused individual work and collaborative team activities. We embrace flexible work arrangements and offer remote work options to eligible employees, enabling you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to our mission.
Our culture is built on the following core values:
- Innovation: We encourage creative thinking and experimentation to drive continuous improvement.
- Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives make us stronger.
- Integrity: We conduct our business with honesty, transparency, and ethical standards.
- Collaboration: We believe that the best results come from working together across teams and disciplines.
- Excellence: We strive for the highest quality in everything we do.
Join a team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering extraordinary entertainment experiences to audiences worldwide!
Compensation and Benefits
arenaflex offers a competitive compensation package that reflects the seniority and expertise required for this role. The hourly rate for this position is $27 per hour, with opportunities for overtime compensation as applicable.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and their families.
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, personal, and sick leave policies.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
- Employee Perks: Access to exclusive content, merchandise discounts, and entertainment benefits.
- Parental Leave: Comprehensive paid parental leave for new parents.
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support services for personal and professional challenges.
How to Apply
We are excited to consider your application for this Senior Data Analyst position! To apply, please visit our careers portal and submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio or work samples that demonstrate your analytical capabilities.
If you are passionate about data-driven storytelling and want to be part of a team that's transforming how the world experiences entertainment, we encourage you to apply today!
arenaflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.