Business Intelligence Data Analyst

The Elevator Pitch  Are you a results-driven professional with a keen eye for detail? Do you thrive on digging into data to uncover insights and solve complex business challenges?  At Evolv, we are searching for a Business Intelligence Data Analyst that will be instrumental in turning raw data into actionable intelligence. In this role, you'll work across a variety of data sources to identify trends, evaluate business performance, and drive data-informed decisions. You'll have high visibility across the organization, with the opportunity to influence key initiatives, streamline processes, and help shape new products and technologies. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about data, motivated to learn, and excited to contribute to the future of a fast-growing, mission-driven team.    Performance Outcomes: What You’ll Accomplish in Your First 6–12 Months  In Your First 30 Days:  Build foundational knowledge of Evolv’s products, customers, and operations through stakeholder introductions Develop an understanding of how data flows through the organization, with a focus on CRM systems and operational processes.  Complete technical product training to deepen your understanding of how our systems function in real-world environments.  In Your First 90 Days:  Gain proficiency in existing reporting tools and methodologies; begin identifying opportunities for refinement.  Partner with stakeholders to begin building models that analyze trends and forecast business outcomes.  Take ownership of select data-driven projects and deliver initial insights to internal teams.  Deepen your understanding of the business by leveraging internal BI tools and dashboards.  Participate in a customer site visit to gain firsthand context of how our technology is deployed and used.  Assist in developing a data governance framework and associated policies to ensure consistent, secure, and high-quality data management across the organization.  Assist in defining data definitions and compile a data dictionary to promote consistency and a shared understanding of key business terms.  Assist in setting up and leading a data governance committee to oversee practices, drive accountability, and resolve cross-functional data issues.  Optimize and automate reporting for critical data to improve accuracy, timeliness, and operational efficiency.  Assist with outlining the management of data changes by defining key data points across the organization and mapping data flows between systems to ensure consistency within the data warehouse.  By the End of Your First Year:  Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across the business to ensure alignment and accuracy in data usage and reporting.  Identify data quality issues and help drive resolution by coordinating with data owners and system administrators.  Establish a regular cadence (at least quarterly) for delivering key business metric reports to stakeholders.  Design and deliver new analytics products or dashboards that enhance visibility and support strategic decision-making.  The Work: What You’ll Be Doing  As a Business Intelligence Data Analyst at Evolv, you’ll play a critical role in transforming data into insights that inform strategic decisions. Your work will involve a mix of independent analysis and collaborative problem-solving across departments.  Core Responsibilities  Leverage tools such as Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and VLOOKUP), Salesforce, and data analysis platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau) to manage, analyze, and visualize complex data sets.  Run recurring and ad hoc reports to respond to internal requests, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.  Extract meaningful insights from historical data, trends, and forecasts to support business initiatives.  Prepare and deliver compelling presentations that clearly communicate key findings and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.  Attention to Detail  Develop a deep understanding of underlying data sources, their structure, and how to use them effectively.  Ensure data quality and consistency, maintaining a trusted foundation for data-driven decisions.  Team Collaboration  Engage with internal teams and cross-functional stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide timely, respectful support.  Contribute to team goals while fostering a collaborative, professional, and positive work environment.  Partner with other analysts to build scalable, reliable tools and solutions that support enterprise-wide initiatives.  Data-Driven Decision Making  Conduct exploratory analysis to uncover patterns, anomalies, and opportunities.  Support the creation of statistical models and analytical frameworks to help solve complex business problems.  Build interactive dashboards and visualizations that enhance understanding and drive alignment among stakeholders.  Growth & Learning  Stay current on analytics trends, tools, and techniques through continuous learning and professional development.  Participate in training opportunities and explore new ideas and tools to bring fresh thinking to the team.  Embrace innovation and be open to experimenting with new methods that add value to our work.  What does leadership look like for this role? This role is part of the Business Intelligence function within Financial Planning & Analysis and reports to the Senior Vice President of Finance & Investor Relations.    Location  This role is based at Evolv’s headquarters in Waltham, MA, with flexibility for a hybrid work schedule (a combination of in-office and remote workdays). Our ideal candidate in based in MA with the ability to remote in person at least 3 days per week.   Compensation and Transparency Statement  The base salary range for this full-time position is $58,000- $92,000. In addition to base salary, this role offers a competitive target bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package. This range reflects our commitment to pay transparency and equity, in alignment with applicable state laws. Our compensation ranges are determined based on factors such as role, level, location, market benchmarks, and internal equity. The posted range represents the good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role across U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education, and geographic location.   In accordance with state and local pay transparency laws—including those in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, and others—we disclose salary ranges in all job postings and provide additional information upon request.   During the hiring process, your recruiter will share:   The specific salary range for your preferred location   A general overview of our benefits and equity offerings   Insights into how compensation decisions are made, including factors that influence starting pay     We are committed to fair pay practices, and we regularly review our compensation programs to ensure they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our values.    Benefits At Evolv, we’re on a mission to help make public spaces safer through innovative security technology. So, we're looking for future teammates who embody our values, people who:    Do the right thing, always;    Put people first'    Own it;    Win together; and continue to     Be bold, stay curious.        Our Benefits Include:    Equity as part of your total compensation package    Medical, dental, and vision insurance    Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)    A 401(k) plan (and 2% company match)    Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)- take the time you need to recharge, with manager approval and business needs in mind   Quarterly stipend for perks and benefits that matter most to you    Tuition reimbursement to support your ongoing learning and development    Subscription to Calm    Evolv Technology (“Evolv”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace, and all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law in the locations where we operate. Evolv will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.   Evolv is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the job application process, please connect with us at careers@evolvtechnology.com.   Evolv participates in E-verify for all employees after the completion of Form I-9.