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Job Opening ID:  34301

Senior Data Analyst

Permanent contract

Portugal - Lisbon, PT

Jun 2, 2026

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

 

 

We are looking for:  

 

We are seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Data Analyst to transform massive datasets into actionable strategic insights. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex cloud data architecture and executive decision-making. You will lead the design of robust data pipelines, build high-impact enterprise dashboards, and mentor junior team members. 

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in SQL, strong cross-cloud experience (Azure and GCP), mastery of enterprise visualization platforms (Power BI or Qlik), and a solid academic foundation in data sciences. 

  

 We count on you for:  

 

 1. Advanced Analytics & Business Intelligence 

  • Translate complex business questions into clear, data-driven answers for executive leadership

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated, scalable dashboards and reports in Power BI or Qlik Sense

  • Perform deep-dive exploratory data analysis to uncover hidden trends, anomalies, and optimization opportunities

 

2. Cloud Data Architecture & Integration 

  • Write, optimize, and maintain complex, high-performance SQL queries and stored procedures across multi-cloud environments

  • Extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from diverse sources, navigating both Microsoft Azure (e.g., Synapse, Azure Data Factory) and Google Cloud Platform (e.g., BigQuery, Cloud Storage) ecosystems

  • Collaborate with Data Engineers to optimize data models, data warehouses, and reporting schemas for maximum performance

 

3. Leadership & Governance 

  • Act as the subject matter expert on data quality, ensuring a single source of truth across all visualization platforms

  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level data analysts

  • Establish and document best practices for dashboard design, data governance, and SQL optimization 

  

You will bring: 

 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant quantitative field (e.g., Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related discipline)

 

Technical Skills 

  • Expert-level SQL: Advanced analytical functions, query optimization, and experience handling large-scale data sets

  • Dual Cloud Ecosystems: Hands-on experience working within both Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) data environments

  • Data Visualization Excellence: Strong portfolio of production-grade dashboards built in Power BI (DAX/Power Query) or Qlik (QlikView/Qlik Sense), with a sharp eye for UI/UX and data storytelling

  • Data Modeling: Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts (e.g., Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, Kimball methodology)

 

Experience & Soft Skills 

  • 5+ years of progressive experience in data analytics or business intelligence roles

  • Proven track record of managing stakeholders and presenting data insights directly to non-technical business leaders

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

 

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) 

  • Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Analyst Associate, Google Cloud Certified Professional Data Engineer)

  • Familiarity with scripting languages like Python or R for advanced statistical analysis 

 

You will get: 

 

  • The Portuguese annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: € 40,500 to € 60,500.  Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification, and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives   

  • 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations 

  • Training platform for all employees 

  • Free language courses (24 languages available) 

  • Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological) 

  

Additional information:  

 

  • Hybrid working model 

  • Location: Lisbon, Portugal 

 

About us

  • Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
  • At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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