Temp Senior Data Analyst
2 days ago
San Francisco
Job Description Our Story and Purpose Linden Lab develops platforms that empower people to create, connect, and thrive through transformative virtual experiences. Since our founding in 1999, we have been at the forefront of the creator economy, building durable platforms that support limitless imagination, self-expression, and human connection.. In 2003, we launched Second Life, a vibrant, user-driven virtual world that has grown into a living global community. Hundreds of thousands of people actively spend time there, building relationships, expressing themselves, and creating meaning together. With over two billion user creations and a flourishing $650 million economy, Second Life enables people not only to connect, but for those who choose, to build real livelihoods through their creativity. Unlike traditional social media, Second Life fosters sustained, positive connection between strangers. It offers mobility, agency, and community to people whose real-world circumstances may limit their options, and it creates space for belonging, collaboration, and shared purpose. For many, it is not just a platform, but a place where they can participate fully and authentically. The same principles that shape our communities also guide how we work together. We believe our strength lies in diversity of perspectives, experiences, and ideas. Our values are rooted in organizational health, strengths-based leadership, and the belief that collaborative teams are stronger than individuals. At Linden Lab, your work directly shapes how real people connect, create, and build meaningful lives online. You will be part of a thoughtful, mission-driven team working on technology with real social impact and uncommon longevity. Whether you are building innovative tools or fostering a welcoming community, you will find a place to belong, grow, and do work that matters. We invite you to come as you are. Your Mission This role follows a Monday through Thursday in-office schedule at our San Francisco headquarters, with Fridays designated as a remote workday. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately six (6) months, based on current business needs. Employment is at-will, and the assignment may be adjusted, extended, or concluded earlier at any time depending on business conditions and individual performance. We're looking for a temporary Senior Data Analyst to own complex, high-impact problem spaces and data-driven reasoning to drive measurable business outcomes. You'll translate defined business problems into clear analytical strategies, delivering insights that shape product direction, operational strategy, and financial performance. In this role, you'll partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Finance, and Marketing to align on metrics, influence decision-making, and prioritize investments. You'll also help elevate analytical standards by improving data quality, mentoring others, and driving best practices across the team. This is a temporary independent contributor role, reporting to the Director, Strategic Insights, focused on advanced analytics and generating strategic insights across product, operational, and financial domains. You will lead end-to-end analytical initiatives, including defining success metrics, designing experiments, building models, and delivering insights that inform key business decisions. Operating at the intersection of product analytics, business strategy, and data modeling, working across domains such as user behavior, monetization, retention, and financial performance to provide a holistic view of the business. How You'll Grow With Us At the Lab, you'll experience the best of both worlds: the stability of an established company with over 20 years of expertise and the dynamic momentum of a startup driven by continuous progress. You'll have the unparalleled opportunity to forge meaningful relationships, design impactful systems, and craft strategies that shape the future of virtual experiences. Our vibrant in-office environment in San Francisco is designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and ingenuity. With spaces purpose-built for brainstorming, team building, and spontaneous conversations, you'll find endless opportunities to engage and grow. We believe in the power of in-person connections to cultivate a strong sense of community and inclusion, ensuring that your ideas are valued, your contributions celebrated, and your impact deeply felt every day. The Impact You'll Drive • Cross-functional and strategic decision-making through the ownership of complex analyses that influence product direction, operational strategy, and financial outcomes., • Shape how teams understand performance, prioritize investments, and evaluate success. Work at this level often affects multiple teams or functions and contributes to long-term improvements in product performance, revenue, and operational efficiency. How You'll Shape Our Future At Linden, we celebrate all the dimensions of diversity, including diversity of experience. We recognize that candidates applying for this role will be most successful if they bring the following with them: • 5–8+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, data science, or a related field., • Strong proficiency in SQL and experience working with large, complex datasets., • Advanced experience with analytical programming languages (e.g., Python or R) for data analysis, modeling, and automation., • Deep understanding of statistical methods, including experimentation design, hypothesis testing, and causal inference., • Proven ability to independently structure and solve ambiguous business problems with limited guidance., • Experience leading cross-functional analytical projects and influencing stakeholders across multiple teams., • Strong data visualization and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate insights clearly to executive and non-technical audiences., • Demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable recommendations that drive business outcomes., • Experience mentoring and developing junior analysts, providing guidance on analytical approaches and best practices., • Strong understanding of data modeling, data quality, and data governance practices., • Ability to manage multi-week analytical projects independently, including planning, execution, and delivery., • Demonstrated ability to make tradeoffs between speed and rigor, balancing immediate insights with long-term analytical integrity. If you don't meet every requirement listed for this role, we still encourage you to apply. Too often, the confidence gap or imposter syndrome keeps exceptional candidates from taking the leap—and we don't want that to hold you back. If you believe in our mission and in your ability to make an impact, we want to hear from you! The Fine Print Pay Transparency Notice Linden Lab's Total Rewards philosophy is rooted in fairness, equity, and an unbiased approach to compensation, paired with competitive benefits across all locations where we operate. For this San Francisco Bay Area-based role, the hourly rate is $70 per hour. This represents the amount the company reasonably expects to pay upon hire. Base salary is the only form of cash compensation for this role; it does not include variable or bonus pay. In addition to base pay, employees are eligible to be considered for awards under our Equity Incentive Plan (EIP) and receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans. Our talent partners will provide more details during the hiring process. Essential Role Functions & Work Environment The details below outline the core functions and work environment required for this role. Linden Lab is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities in performing these essential duties. • Perform focused, computer-based tasks and collaborate effectively with coworkers in a dynamic, in-office environment. While some remote collaboration may occur, in-office presence is an essential requirement of this role to foster creativity, teamwork, and spontaneous problem-solving., • Communicate clearly and effectively through typing, using hands and fingers for keyboard tasks., • Maintain the ability to sit, stand, or remain stationary for extended periods (up to eight hours) during calls, meetings, or collaborative sessions, with ergonomic workstations and tools provided., • Sustain prolonged attention on a computer monitor to perform tasks requiring visual focus and attention to detail., • Operate office equipment and handle materials as needed for presentations, discussions, or team activities., • Move freely around the office to attend meetings, participate in team activities, and contribute to shared responsibilities, supporting a collaborative and engaging workplace culture., • Travel may be required for business meetings, team summits, or company events, where in-person participation is an essential part of the role to foster collaboration, alignment, and engagement. Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity At Linden Lab, we know that great work can't happen without a diverse team and an inclusive environment. That's why we intentionally seek out individuals with a wide range of strengths, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe this diversity gives us a competitive advantage, helping us better serve our residents, support one another, and grow both as Lindens and as individuals. We celebrate and value diversity in all its forms, including differences in thought, race, national origin, culture, age, experience, religion, economic and social status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging empowers us to create and share meaningful experiences, both within our team and across the virtual communities we serve. We invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply and help shape the future of virtual experiences. 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