Figure · 2 weeks ago
Principal Data Analyst
Figure is a fintech company transforming capital markets through blockchain technology. As a Principal Data Analyst, you will lead analytics for Credit/Risk and Capital Markets, driving financial outcomes through data-driven insights and robust analytical frameworks.
BlockchainFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTech
Responsibilities
Act as the analytics lead for Credit/Risk and Capital Markets, guiding decision-making through data-driven insights
Partner with cross-functional leaders to shape the questions that matter most, then answer them through thoughtful analysis and storytelling
Design and maintain robust Tableau dashboards that translate data into actionable narratives
Write and optimize BigQuery SQL to extract, transform, and analyze large-scale datasets
Develop analytical frameworks and models that support risk forecasting, pricing strategies, and portfolio performance
Apply statistical and experimental methods to test hypotheses, quantify uncertainty, and inform strategic trade-offs
Communicate findings clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders
Champion a culture of data accuracy, curiosity, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience using data to drive measurable business impact
Deep proficiency in SQL (preferably BigQuery) and expertise with complex joins, subqueries, and recursive logic
Advanced experience with Tableau; you know how to build dashboards that influence decisions, not just report them
Strong understanding of risk modeling, credit analytics, or capital markets data structures
Proven experience in fintech or financial services environments
Working knowledge of Python for data manipulation, automation, or modeling
Appreciation for statistical concepts like causal inference, bias detection, and experimental design
Clear, confident communication with both technical and non-technical audiences
Comfort navigating ambiguity and setting analytical direction in fast-moving environments
A natural curiosity about how finance, technology, and data intersect to drive innovation
Preferred
Experience supporting product analytics or growth initiatives
A passion for problem-solving; you can't resist finding out why a metric behaves the way it does
You embrace learning from mistakes and are energized by challenges that don't have an obvious answer
Benefits
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans
Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, 401k, and commuter benefits
Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage
11 Observed Holidays & PTO plan
Up to 12 weeks paid family leave
Continuing education reimbursement
Company
Figure
Figure is a financial services company leveraging blockchain technology.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.57BKey Investors
Ondo FinanceVictory Park CapitalJP Morgan
2025-11-24Post Ipo Equity· $25M
2025-09-11IPO
2025-05-21Debt Financing
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