Roles in the Data Ecosystem

Data analysis involves many professionals working together to turn raw information into meaningful insights.

Each role adds unique value, and understanding them helps you see where your own skills can contribute.

• A Data Analyst focuses on cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data to answer business questions.
• A Data Scientist builds predictive models and algorithms, often using machine learning techniques.
• A Data Engineer builds the infrastructure — like databases and pipelines — that make data usable for others.

Although the roles differ, they often work together:

• Analysts interpret data for teams.
• Scientists build models that need clean, reliable inputs.
• Engineers ensure that data flows smoothly and is stored correctly.

You might begin as an analyst and later expand into engineering or data science. The data ecosystem is flexible, offering many paths for growth and specialization.