Senior Data Analyst - Remote

Overview

As a Senior Data Analyst at Carbonfuture, you will lead the design and implementation of high-impact data solutions that drive our mission to scale durable carbon removal. You’ll take ownership of critical parts of our data infrastructure, shape the future of our analytics strategy, and mentor others while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

In Short

• Design and build robust, scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT) using Python, SQL, DBT, and Spark/Snowpark.
• Implement data quality monitoring, validation, and enforce clear data contracts.
• Develop and maintain modular analytics layers and ML-ready datasets using modern formats (e.g., Parquet, Iceberg).
• Enable self-service analytics through well-modeled data and intuitive Power BI dashboards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into data solutions.
• Drive engineering excellence through mentorship, documentation, and best practices.

Requirements

• Strong skills in SQL and Python, with experience across data warehouses.
• Experience with at least one of the following: Apache Spark, PySpark, DBT, Snowpark, Hive, or Hadoop MapReduce.
• Experience with at least one of the following data storage systems: HDFS, Azure Data Lake (ADLS), Amazon S3/EMR, or Google BigQuery/GCS.
• Familiarity with common data formats (e.g., Parquet, ORC, Avro, Iceberg).
• Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines and working with Power BI or other BI tools.
• A self-starter with a passion for using data to combat the climate crisis.
• 5+ years of experience in data analytics, or equivalent academic background.
• Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics) is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Benefits

• A ground-breaking business with an early foothold in the carbon removal industry and the ability to have a real impact on climate change.
• Small but rapidly growing, international team with a shared mission to address climate change.
• Flexible working hours and remote work with hybrid possible if you're close to Freiburg or Zurich.
• Competitive salary.
• 30 days paid leave + bank holidays.
• Mental Health & Wellbeing support through nilo.health.
• Financial support for childcare.
• Nice colleagues and a friendly, open and inclusive environment.