> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3047832-data-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3047832-data-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Analyst - **Company:** Preply Inc. - **Location:** Barcelona, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Visualization, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Power BI, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Data Strategy, Marketplace, Looker Analytics - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/contact-us.html ## About the Role + Demonstrated track record of materially influencing business, operations or product strategy in complex environments, with clear examples of company-level impact. + Expertise in strategic analytics within a business pillar, ensuring consistent KPI definitions and analytical standards across teams. Resolving ambiguity across business and technical stakeholders, balances rapid reporting with deeper strategic research, and delivers decision-ready insights that clarify trade-offs and shape high-impact initiatives, even when data is imperfect or incomplete. + Strong understanding of subscription and marketplace economics, including LTV modeling, cohort dynamics, retention mechanics, pricing trade-offs, and long-term value optimization. + Strong technical proficiency (e.g., SQL, Python) with the ability to review and elevate the analytical work of others, set coding standards, and design scalable analytical workflows. + Curiosity, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, as well as the ability to proactively identify and address challenges. + Ability to influence Directors and VP-level stakeholders, navigate conflicting incentives, and drive clarity in high-stakes strategic discussions. + Interest in the bigger picture, feeling excited to impact the product roadmap and strategy. + Experience mentoring and technically guiding senior data analyst, contributing to the overall growth and maturity of the data organization. Nice to have: + Background in 2-sided marketplaces or digital businesses (B2C, B2B2C). + Experience in leading the application of advanced analytical approaches (e.g., forecasting, scenario modeling, performance optimization) to drive structural improvements across a business pillar. Aligning analytical outputs with unified KPI frameworks, evaluating opportunity costs and long-term impact, and synthesizing cross-functional insights into strategic recommendations. + Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, Power BI). + Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field. + Demonstrated experience developing senior ICs and contributing to raising the analytical bar across teams. ## Description At Preply, data is at the heart of every decision we make. We run hundreds of analysis to continually optimize our product, each with its own analytical and tracking challenges. The complexity of our subscription model, along with the unique dynamics of tutor-learner interactions, offers an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a real impact. As a Staff Data Analyst , you will own the data strategy for a critical product domain (e.g., Growth, Retention, Marketplace) and act as the senior analytical authority in that space. You will partner with Directors and VPs across Business, Operations, Product, and Engineering to shape long-term strategy, influence investment decisions, and ensure our roadmap is grounded in rigorous, scalable measurement frameworks. Our Data Team is dedicated to empowering top-quality decision-making. Do you want to know how? Visit our Tech Radar to learn about the technologies we use at Preply! 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