Freelance Python Data Analysis Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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Are you passionate about turning complex data into compelling stories? Do you thrive on creating impactful dashboards and unique applications that drive strategic decisions in Property & Casualty (P&C) Claims? Join Claims-Advanced Analytics as a Data Analyst with a focus on visualization & dashboard creation, where your expertise will shape the future of claims analytics and deliver high-impact insights to claims leadership!

• Lead and Consult: Spearhead high-impact, strategic projects focused on P&C Claims data visualization and dashboard creation. Solve complex technical challenges and influence business outcomes.
• Trusted Advisor: Act as a primary resource and advisor to senior management and leadership, translating complex data and analytics into actionable business insights.
• Analytical Expertise: Leverage advanced analytical tools and techniques to design, develop, and optimize dashboards that inform critical claims strategies and operational decisions.
• Visionary Leadership: Define and communicate the vision and technical direction for software development, data integration, and ongoing support of visualization initiatives. Stay ahead of emerging trends and identify new opportunities to enhance analytics capabilities.
• Project Management: Own all phases of project management — from planning to execution — ensuring seamless delivery and strong client relationships across cross-functional teams.
• Autonomous Influence: Operate with a high degree of autonomy and influence, proactively providing guidance and driving innovation in analytics and dashboard solutions.
• Business Partnership: Work directly with business partners to provide P&C Claims data that supports claim handling decisions, process improvements, and strategic shifts in claim handling practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Data Scientists and analytic professionals to consult on or contribute to machine learning initiatives and the creation of large datasets that enable data- and technology-driven process enhancements.
• Data Mining & Programming: Utilize programming languages such as SQL and Python to extract and manipulate data from complex systems, delivering consumable outputs aligned with business requirements.
• Requirement Refinement: Navigate ambiguous business requirements by applying judgment, business understanding, research, and peer collaboration to refine needs and deliver optimal results.
• Time & Task Management: Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in both agile and traditional environments, working independently with minimal oversight.

This is a hybrid position which allows you to spend some of your time working from home as well as some time working collaboratively in-office. During the job training period you may have a higher percentage of time spent in-office to support your learning experience.

Proven leadership in delivering complex data visualization and dashboard projects, preferably in the P&C insurance or claims domain.

• Prior experience within the Insurance industry
• Experience extracting and manipulating large data sets (1M+ records) and navigating complex data systems
• Expertise in tools such as Power BI, Qlik, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data extraction and manipulation.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, integration, and analytics best practices.
• Experience with cloud data environments, particularly AWS, and familiarity with on-prem data systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfort working with ambiguous requirements and a strategic mindset to identify transformative opportunities.
• Exceptional project management skills and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects in agile and non-agile settings.

Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!

• Potential starting salary range: $80,600.00 - $123,000.00
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
• High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

Proven leadership in delivering complex data visualization and dashboard projects, preferably in the P&C insurance or claims domain.

• Prior experience within the Insurance industry
• Experience extracting and manipulating large data sets (1M+ records) and navigating complex data systems
• Expertise in tools such as Power BI, Qlik, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data extraction and manipulation.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, integration, and analytics best practices.
• Experience with cloud data environments, particularly AWS, and familiarity with on-prem data systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfort working with ambiguous requirements and a strategic mindset to identify transformative opportunities.
• Exceptional project management skills and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects in agile and non-agile settings.