Principal Data Analyst

Role Overview

Autodesk has invested in data-driven decision-making, optimizing our platform’s business, product, and cost. The next five years will transform how we work, with a surge in data volume and scaling of AI/ML to provide even greater value to our customers. We are looking for a Principal Data Analyst to serve as a senior individual contributor and trusted thought partner to Product, Engineering, Strategy, Research, and business leaders.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to identify, define, and address business problems and opportunities through data analysis. Use your analytical skills to derive actionable insights from large and complex datasets and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner to technical and non-technical audiences.

Why It Might Be a Fit

If you are excited about empowering teams and influencing the organization with insights that drive success, this is the role for you!

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in large data analysis, business intelligence, or a related field, preferably within a technology or SaaS environment
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline
• Hands on experience using AI assisted development and analysis tools (Claude Code, Cursor etc.) to accelerate coding, automate workflows, prototype tools, or extend beyond traditional analyst workflows
• Strong skills in data querying and manipulation with SQL, and proficiency in programming languages like Python or R for data analysis and modeling
• Experience with data warehouse ELT tools (Airflow, dbt, Snowflake)
• Experience with semantic layers, governed metric definitions, and BI/visualization tools such as Looker or Power BI
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to work independently on complex datasets and derive actionable insights
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and modeling methodologies to drive in-depth data insights and support predictive analytics
• Strong ability to communicate complex data insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders in a clear and accessible manner

Benefits

• Annual cash bonuses
• Commissions for sales roles
• Stock grants
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid holidays

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