Senior Data Analyst (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Job ID 10149431 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States / Anaheim, California, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted May 12, 2026

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Job Summary:

The Senior Data Analyst is a key member of the team responsible for transforming complex data from our computer vision platforms into tangible operational improvements. The Data Platforms team designs and assists in deploying computer vision models to enhance safety and efficiency across Disney’s Parks worldwide. We are looking for a senior analyst who can evaluate our pipelines and data flows to discover innovative ways to optimize them—and who can apply sound project-management discipline so analysis, reporting, and stakeholder alignment scale as the program grows.

This role is about more than running reports: it is about uncovering the “why” behind the data. You will identify trends, cluster detection types, and analyze where the system is succeeding and where it is missing the mark (false positives and false negatives). You will serve as the bridge between the technical architecture and the project team, translating complex metrics into clear, actionable intelligence that improves the experience for both Guests and Cast Members. You will also partner with engineering and program leadership on timelines, dependencies, and communications so insights land on time and drive decisions.

You will report to the Manager, Data Platforms.

This is an estimated 15-month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

Responsibilities/You Will:

Drive operational insights: Lead the analysis of data from computer vision platforms to identify patterns in behavior and spot emerging trends across a global portfolio
Analyze system accuracy: Dig into false positives and false negatives to understand why the system is triggering (or not triggering) and provide clear feedback to technical teams to help tune the models
Manage technical pipelines: Support the end-to-end data pipeline, ensuring that data flows correctly from the edge (cameras/sensors) through processing layers and into analytics dashboards
Systems support: Assist engineering teams in the deployment and maintenance of container-based applications in Linux environments, including working with Kubernetes (K8s) and troubleshooting at a support level—escalating to software engineers for deep infrastructure changes—so the platform stays scalable and stable across sites
Translate data into action: Turn complex raw data into simple, actionable intelligence that leadership can use to make informed decisions
Build predictive indicators: Develop ways to spot warning signs in the data so our organization can move from reacting to events toward predicting and preventing them
Executive communication: Create and maintain dashboards and briefings for leadership on how systems are performing and where our organization should focus attention
Collaborate across teams: Work closely with ground-level operations, data scientists, and engineers so the data matches the reality of the physical environment
Support global growth: Apply project management principles (planning, tracking, documentation, stakeholder updates) to build a scalable way of analyzing data so that as the program expands to more sites, our ability to track performance keeps pace
Root cause analysis: When a trend or issue is spotted, lead the effort to find the root cause and suggest practical fixes
Closed-loop improvement: Analyze a problem, recommend a change, and verify whether that change improved outcomes—so tuning and process updates are evidence-based
Maintain data integrity: Handle sensitive operational and Guest information with a high level of discretion and accuracy

Basic Qualifications/You Have:

5+ years of experience in data analysis, project analysis, or a technical analytical role
Proven experience working with data generated by computer vision or machine learning models
Comfort working in a Linux environment, including experience with containers (Docker) and working with orchestration tools such as Kubernetes (K8s) in partnership with platform or engineering teams
Strong ability to look at a large set of data and find the story or trend inside it
Proficiency in data tools for visualization and analysis (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python, or R)
Expert in Excel, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, charts, and complex formulas, with strong SQL skills for working with large datasets.
Ability to independently analyze data and translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
Proven ability to create clear, visually compelling presentations and tailor messaging for global audiences, including navigating language barriers and working with diverse, cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience presenting complex findings to a range of audiences, including technical teams, operations leaders, and internal and external executives—effectively simplifying content for non-technical stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak comfortably with both
Ability to manage your own time and priorities across time zones and competing demands
A high level of attention to detail—especially when dealing with data that drives critical operational decisions
Flexibility to travel occasionally to domestic and international partner locations (including APAC and EMEA) to support stakeholder alignment and business initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with the lifecycle of computer vision model deployment (training, tuning, and validation)
Experience with VBA & Macros in Excel is a plus
Previous experience in a project management capacity, specifically managing the delivery of technical insights
Experience building lead indicators (metrics that predict an event) rather than only lag indicators (metrics that report what has already happened)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Data Analytics, Business Analysis, Information Technology, or related field required

Additional Information:

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

The hiring range for this position in Lake Buena Vista, FL is $91.000 to $121,900 per year and in Anaheim, CA is $______ to $______ per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

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