BI Analyst Jobs in California
BI Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, financial services, healthcare, and entertainment across a seniority range from entry-level to senior and principal roles. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego account for the largest share of openings, with major employers like Salesforce, Wells Fargo, and Kaiser Permanente maintaining consistent demand for analysts fluent in SQL, Tableau, and cloud-based data platforms. The most sought-after specialties in California right now are healthcare analytics, product analytics, and financial data modeling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Business Intelligence Analyst (BIA) applies advanced knowledge to lead complex projects requiring analytics to support operational efficiencies and strategic planning. The BIA will provide the analysis to justify, prioritize and define programs for UCSF growth and expansion. Work will be centered around, but not limited to the following:
- Conduct research on competitor initiatives, industry trends etc.
- Identify opportunities to improve access and gain market share.
- Prioritize new geographic markets for entry.
- Assess market demand and develop growth projections and targets.
- Provide cost benefit analyses and justify investment in new facilities and ventures.
- Build strategic scorecards to evaluate implementation progress and benefit realizations. Support efforts to assess the impact of growth initiatives on capacity and resource planning.
In addition, the BIA will help to build a robust business intelligence team and support offering, i.e., Create dashboards and decision support tools, with selective incorporation of AI capabilities. Other misc. duties will include working cross-functionally with, but not limited to the following:
- UCSF clinical leadership, operations, finance and marketing to assess trends and issues and develop long term service line and enterprise-wide strategies.
- Affiliate partners to identify network and partnership opportunities, data vendors develop analysis and reporting tools.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher-level degree in a related area.
Five or more years of related experience
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex information, assess problems, and develop effective solutions.
Experience sourcing, analyzing and modelling data
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner
Adept at transforming large, disparate or multi-faceted data sources into a cohesive story that is informative to decision-makers.
Strong interpersonal skills; experience collaborating with a broad range of professional and technical staff and presenting to senior leadership
Proven ability to serve as a technical resource providing advice and counsel on business intelligence issues.
Detail oriented, with ability to manage time and organize competing priorities.
Highly proficient using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of BI applications and tools such as Tableau, Sequel, and/or Power BI
The ability to work onsite once a month in our San Francisco and/or Brisbane office when required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in the Healthcare and/or Consulting industry is ideal.
Familiarity with healthcare reporting tools such as HCAI, Epic, Clarity, ePSI and/or claims data a strong plus
Fundamental understanding of financial reporting
Two or more years working in an analytic capacity supporting senior level decision makers.
Proven ability to analyze complex problems with data and identify trends in the data that can be applied to strategy.
Ability to successfully work in a large multidisciplinary Academic Medical Center.
The Business Intelligence Analyst (BIA) applies advanced knowledge to lead complex projects requiring analytics to support operational efficiencies and strategic planning. The BIA will provide the analysis to justify, prioritize and define programs for UCSF growth and expansion. Work will be centered around, but not limited to the following:
- Conduct research on competitor initiatives, industry trends etc.
- Identify opportunities to improve access and gain market share.
- Prioritize new geographic markets for entry.
- Assess market demand and develop growth projections and targets.
- Provide cost benefit analyses and justify investment in new facilities and ventures.
- Build strategic scorecards to evaluate implementation progress and benefit realizations. Support efforts to assess the impact of growth initiatives on capacity and resource planning.
In addition, the BIA will help to build a robust business intelligence team and support offering, i.e., Create dashboards and decision support tools, with selective incorporation of AI capabilities. Other misc. duties will include working cross-functionally with, but not limited to the following:
- UCSF clinical leadership, operations, finance and marketing to assess trends and issues and develop long term service line and enterprise-wide strategies.
- Affiliate partners to identify network and partnership opportunities, data vendors develop analysis and reporting tools.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher-level degree in a related area.
Five or more years of related experience
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex information, assess problems, and develop effective solutions.
Experience sourcing, analyzing and modelling data
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner
Adept at transforming large, disparate or multi-faceted data sources into a cohesive story that is informative to decision-makers.
Strong interpersonal skills; experience collaborating with a broad range of professional and technical staff and presenting to senior leadership
Proven ability to serve as a technical resource providing advice and counsel on business intelligence issues.
Detail oriented, with ability to manage time and organize competing priorities.
Highly proficient using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of BI applications and tools such as Tableau, Sequel, and/or Power BI
The ability to work onsite once a month in our San Francisco and/or Brisbane office when required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in the Healthcare and/or Consulting industry is ideal.
Familiarity with healthcare reporting tools such as HCAI, Epic, Clarity, ePSI and/or claims data a strong plus
Fundamental understanding of financial reporting
Two or more years working in an analytic capacity supporting senior level decision makers.
Proven ability to analyze complex problems with data and identify trends in the data that can be applied to strategy.
Ability to successfully work in a large multidisciplinary Academic Medical Center.
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- Bachelor's degree in business analytics, statistics, computer science, or a related field
- Proficiency in SQL for querying and transforming large relational datasets
- Hands-on experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker
- Ability to translate complex data into clear dashboards and executive-level reports
- Familiarity with cloud data warehouses such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift
- Strong communication skills for presenting findings to cross-functional stakeholders
BI Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a bi analyst in California?
There is no state-issued license required to work as a bi analyst in California, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skills. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, business analytics, or computer science. Building proficiency in SQL, Tableau or Power BI, and at least one cloud data platform, then completing a portfolio of real analytical projects, is the practical credential that gets candidates hired.
How much do BI analysts make in California?
BI analysts in California earn a median of about $141,590 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,480 for the lowest 10% to over $224,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire bi analysts in California?
Employers hiring bi analysts in California right now include Snap, Sutter Health, and UCLA Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, large health systems, and major financial institutions means demand for analysts skilled in Tableau, SQL, and cloud BI tools remains consistent across the state year-round.
Which California cities have the most bi analyst jobs?
Los Angeles, Sacramento, and San Francisco have the most bi analyst openings in California. San Francisco and its surrounding Bay Area cities draw the most demand, driven by the density of technology and fintech headquarters there, while Los Angeles openings reflect the city's mix of media, entertainment, and healthcare employers, and San Diego's openings are anchored by its large biotech and defense sectors.
Are there remote bi analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 66% of bi analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how naturally the role suits asynchronous, screen-based work. The parts of the role most commonly done remotely are dashboard development, data modeling, and stakeholder reporting, while on-site work tends to be tied to embedded product or finance teams at California headquarters.
How can I get hired as a bi analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to junior analyst or data analyst associate roles at California's large technology companies, health systems like Kaiser Permanente or Sutter Health, or financial institutions, which run structured new-graduate programs. Lateral moves from adjacent roles such as reporting analyst, data coordinator, or financial analyst are common. A portfolio of projects built in Tableau or Power BI against publicly available datasets, paired with a Google Data Analytics or Microsoft Power BI certification, gives California candidates a concrete edge over applicants with only coursework.
Where can I find and apply to bi analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to bi analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly from the listing.
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