At Similarweb, we are revolutionizing the way businesses interact with the digital world by revealing to them everything that happens online. Our unique data and solutions empower over 6,000 customers globally, including industry giants like Google, eBay, and Adidas, to make game-changing decisions that drive their digital strategies. In 2021, we went public on the New York Stock Exchange, and we continue to reach new heights. Work alongside Similarwebbers from around the globe who are bright, curious, practical, and genuinely good people.
We're hiring a Data Strategist to join our Investors vertical - someone who combines investor-domain understanding, client-facing polish, and a curious, problem-solving mindset to help investment clients turn Similarweb's alternative data into an edge.
You'll partner with Go to Market, Research and Development, and client-side stakeholders - from analysts and portfolio managers to data sourcing teams, quants, and senior technical leaders - acting as a trusted advisor on how our data can answer investment questions.
What You'll Do:
Use-Case Design & Client Advisory
- Run discovery with investor clients to understand their investment process and translate ambiguous business questions into concrete data use cases
- Present findings, demos, and use-case narratives to sophisticated investor audiences with clarity and confidence
- Identify opportunities for new metrics, benchmarks, and analytical approaches
Process & Project Management
- Translate client requirements into clear technical briefs; be comfortable explaining exactly what you want built and why
- Develop a working understanding of how Similarweb data is delivered and consumed - APIs, cloud storage, and modern data stacks - so you can speak the same language as technical counterparts
- Become a subject matter expert in Similarweb's core data assets, equipping you to advise clients with confidence
- Develop deep expertise in the Investor segment - hedge funds, asset managers, private equity, and corporates
- Identify gaps, trends, and new opportunities in how clients use data
- Provide input to Product and R&D on roadmap, datasets, and integrations
What you bring to Similarweb:
- 2-4 years of professional experience, including 1-2 years working with or for investors in an equity research, investment research or analysis, corporate strategy, or on the client-facing side of an alternative data vendor
- Excellent client-facing communication: you can run a discovery call, present to a demanding audience, and build trust with sophisticated clients
- A curious, problem-solving mindset - you enjoy digging into ambiguous questions and working out how data can answer them
- Strong project and process management: comfortable coordinating internal build teams and managing timelines and expectations across stakeholders
- A genuine interest in alternative data and in solving investor problems with technical datasets
- An AI-first mindset: you actively use AI tools today and want to be at the forefront of developing AI skills
- Comfort working with technical datasets, and an understanding of cloud storage and API usage - enough to brief technical teams and speak their language
Nice to Have
- Prior hands-on use of Python and/or SQL for analysis (a strong plus, not a requirement)
- Direct experience with alternative data as a user or provider
- Familiarity with modern data ecosystems (Snowflake, Databricks, AWS/GCP)
*At Similarweb, collaborating with our colleagues in-office creates a more connected, unified culture. Our best work is a product of our face-to-face collaboration, with the ability to work partially from home.*
The base salary range for this position in New York City is $90,000 to $145,000, plus benefits including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan, potential equity, employee stock purchase plan and paid sick and parental leave.
In addition, this position is eligible to participate in the company’s sales incentive plan, with a maximum target OTE of up to $165,000, depending upon the final terms of employment and achievement of established targets.
Individual compensation is based upon a number of factors, including qualifications and relevant experience.
The base salary range above is for the New York City metro area and could vary for candidates in other locations.
Why you’ll love being a Similarwebber:
You’ll actually love the product you work with: Our customers aren’t our only raving fans. When we asked our employees why they chose to come work at Similarweb, 99% of them said “the product.” Imagine how exciting your job is when you get to work with the most powerful digital intelligence platform in the world.
You’ll find a home for your big ideas: We encourage an open dialogue and empower employees to bring their ideas to the table. You’ll find the resources you need to take the initiative and create meaningful change within the organization.
We offer competitive perks & benefits: We take your well-being seriously, and offer competitive compensation packages to all employees. We also strongly emphasize community, with regular team outings and happy hours.
You can grow your career in any direction you choose: Interested in becoming a VP or want to transition into a different department? Whether it’s Career Week, personalized coaching, or our ongoing learning solutions, you’ll find all the tools and opportunities you need to develop your career right here.
Diversity isn’t just a buzzword: People want to work in a place where they can be themselves. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities we serve, where everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to inclusivity across race, gender, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, age, religion, spirituality, identity and experience. We believe our culture of equality and mutual respect also helps us better understand and serve our customers in a world that is becoming more global, more diverse, and more digital every day.
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Skills Required
- 2-4 years of professional experience
- 1-2 years working with or for investors in equity research, investment research, analysis, corporate strategy, or on the client-facing side of an alternative data vendor
- Excellent client-facing communication skills, including discovery calls, presentations, and building trust with sophisticated clients
- Curious, problem-solving mindset and ability to address ambiguous questions using data
- Strong project and process management skills, including coordinating teams and managing timelines and expectations
- Genuine interest in alternative data and solving investor problems with technical datasets
- AI-first mindset and active use of AI tools
- Comfort working with technical datasets and understanding cloud storage and API usage
- Hands-on experience with Python and/or SQL for analysis
- Direct experience with alternative data as a user or provider
- Familiarity with modern data ecosystems such as Snowflake, Databricks, AWS, or GCP
SimilarWeb Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SimilarWeb and has not been reviewed or approved by SimilarWeb.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision insurance are listed across U.S. postings, and wellness initiatives such as gym membership are highlighted. This indicates a solid core health offering that is characterized as competitive for a mid‑size tech company.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan is included, with materials noting a company match that vests immediately for U.S. employees. This retirement backbone is consistently referenced in job postings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Company profiles and postings cite generous PTO, paid holidays and sick time, and paid parental leave. Employer‑verified U.S. PTO details also mention PTO plus floating holidays.
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