What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analytics Manager position at Symetra?
Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as aData Analytics Manager!
About the role
As a Data Analytics Manager, you will lead the analytics function and a team of Analytics Engineers to deliver high-impact data solutions. You will shape the analytics strategy, ensure data accuracy and accessibility, and manage end-to-end analytics projects-from data sourcing and quality to design and implementation. Your expertise in data engineering, business intelligence, and data science will drive scalable, data-driven decision-making across the organization.
What you will do
- Define and implement the analytics strategy in partnership with data and business teams, ensuring data accuracy, accessibility, and efficiency.
- Lead and develop a team of Analytics Engineers, overseeing recruitment, performance, skill development, and the delivery of modern analytics and data science solutions.
- Manage major cross-functional initiatives and the full lifecycle of analytics projects, including data sourcing, migration, quality, design, implementation, and data product vitality within a single domain.
- Drive partner engagement and change management, securing agreement and guiding teams from project scoping through deployment while serving as a data consultant to internal customers.
- Translate business questions into data-driven solutions, enabling informed decision-making and applying process or information management improvements when needed.
Why Work at Symetra
Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst
"If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work."- Cris H., VP Internal Sales
What we offer you
Benefits and Perks
We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
- Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
- Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
- Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
- Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
- Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $113,700 - $189,400 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.
Who You Are:
- You have a High School Diploma (required) and ideally a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
- You bring 6 years of hands-on experience in data engineering, data warehousing, and analytics.
- You are skilled in SQL, database design, and coding best practices, with Python as a valuable plus.
- You have expertise in data management and modern platforms, including Snowflake, DBT, and Dagster.
- You excel at leading and mentoring data engineers, offering guidance through code reviews, 1:1s, and career development.
- You confidently run team operations-weekly meetings, sprint planning, and Scrum ceremonies are second nature.
- You thrive in collaborative environments, partnering with other teams to deliver accurate, actionable reports that drive business impact.
- Some minimal annual travel required (for people manager roles only)
Travel:
- Required Training & Professional Development
All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra's corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses. - Reasonable Accommodations
Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodation is needed for travel, Symetra's HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies.
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers/
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
- Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
- Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
- Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
- Disqualification from the recruitment process
- Withdrawal of a job offer
- Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
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