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Data & Analytics
Collecting, analyzing, and modeling data to drive decisions and build intelligent systems. 12 roles in this field, part of Software, Data & AI.
12 roles11 to 15 chapters a path15 to 30 min a day
Where the work happens
- In-house data teams at tech and consumer companies
- Remote and hybrid arrangements common
- Consulting and contractor work for SaaS and AI firms
- Government, defence and clinical research labs
- AI-native startups and foundation model labs
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Roles in this field
Analytics Engineer12 chapters · About 3 monthsOwns dbt models and the metric layer that analysts and dashboards consume.Business Intelligence Analyst12 chapters · About 3–5 monthsBuilds dashboards and metrics so teams can track performance and make decisions.Data Analyst15 chapters · About 6 monthsTurns raw data into clear insights using analysis, dashboards, and reporting.Data Architect14 chapters · About 3 monthsDesigns how data is structured and governed across databases and platforms.Data Engineer12 chapters · About 3–5 monthsBuilds pipelines that collect, clean, and deliver data for analytics and products.Data Governance Analyst14 chapters · About 3 monthsHelps define data standards, ownership, and policies to improve data trust.Data Quality Analyst12 chapters · About 3 monthsFinds data issues and sets checks so reports and models are accurate.Data Scientist11 chapters · About 2–4 monthsUses statistics and machine learning to answer questions and predict outcomes.Machine Learning Engineer13 chapters · About 3–5 monthsTurns models into reliable systems that can run in real products at scale.Market Research Analyst13 chapters · About 3 monthsStudies customers and markets to guide product, pricing, and messaging choices.Operations Research Analyst12 chapters · About 3 monthsUses math and optimization to improve planning, routing, and resource use.Statistician12 chapters · About 3 monthsDesigns studies and analyzes data to draw trustworthy conclusions.
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