Analyst, Tech & Society

THE ROLE | HR&A is seeking to hire an Analyst, Tech & Society in our New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles or San Francisco Bay Area office. As an Analyst in the Technology & Society Studio, you will be a core member of project teams across a portfolio of projects, for which examples include: making the internet work for New York with New York State's ConnectALL Office, transforming the social service infrastructure of Clark County, Nevada, building capacity in Texas's digital inclusion ecosystem, supporting technology infrastructure providers in disrupting monopolies, advancing the Public AI movement, and designing and managing multi-million-dollar programs at the intersection of these issues. 

We're looking for someone who: 

Understands how, why, and where technology gets built — and for whom it doesn't — and why its benefits are inequitably distributed across communities 

Has worked or studied at the intersections where hard problems live and new solutions are needed: of policy and product, industry and community, global infrastructure and local interests 

Can communicate clearly between public servants, community stakeholders, technical teams, and business executives 

Is rigorous enough to produce unimpeachable analysis and entrepreneurial enough to take initiative on problems that don't come with instructions 

Brings curiosity and independent judgment to complex, ambiguous work — and isn't waiting to be told what the question is 

Analysts are early-career professionals with 2–4 years of experience who form the foundation of our team-oriented and collaborative structure and help drive our data-driven approach to client work. We're specifically looking for people who combine policy and planning depth with practical technology literacy — candidates who can evaluate a procurement, support a community engagement process, contribute to an economic and fiscal impact analysis, and write a clear memo for an executive, often on the same project. 

DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE: 

Quantitative and qualitative analysis, including economic and fiscal impact modeling, policy analysis, market research, and program evaluation 

Developing written reports, client presentations, and financial models that translate complex findings for public, private, and civic sector audiences 

Supporting community engagement processes, including facilitation, stakeholder interviews, and participatory design 

Contributing to business development through proposal writing and firm marketing materials 

Applying AI tools and emerging analytical methods to accelerate research, modeling, and deliverable production, with sound judgment about when and how to use them, as well as how to address inherent biases 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | We are looking for candidates with strong quantitative and qualitative skills, a genuine curiosity about technology’s role in society, and the drive to produce work that matters. Competitive candidates will bring: 

2-4+ years professional experience in a relevant field 

Experience working at or genuine interest in the intersection of technology delivery and policy – in civic tech, govtech, internet infrastructure, digital services, or a comparable environment  

Demonstrated ability to assess or engage with technical concepts and communicate them to non-technical audiences 

Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills 

Ability to work on multiple projects at once with precision and attention to detail 

Demonstrated ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis, including financial analysis 

Proficiency in common AI tools (i.e., LLMs like Claude, ChatGPT, and other models) and understanding of responsible use, limitations, and independent verification 

Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred 

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL ALSO HAVE: 

Experience working directly with government agencies, technology companies, or tech-oriented non-profits 

Experience with or demonstrated interest in software development tools including React, Vercel, Node, Github, and Mapbox 

GIS or spatial analysis skills 

Interest in broadband infrastructure, digital inclusion programs, AI governance frameworks, or workforce development policy and programs 

Experience with program design or management, with an appreciation that operationalizing public policy through on-the-ground delivery is often more important than new regulations or budget allocations  

ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

We seek candidates who:  

Listen Intently: You proactively seek out and value diverse perspectives from colleagues, clients, and impacted communities. You approach complex problems with humility, knowing that lived experience is data too.  

Make it Matter: You are motivated by work that drives meaningful progress on challenges you care about. You develop clear plans, aren’t afraid to course-correct, and take pride in delivering actionable, high-quality work.  

Advance Equity: You continuously examine systems and historical context to identify barriers that affect some more than others. You push to center the most vulnerable and most impacted people in your analysis and recommendations.  

Choose Kindness: You respect differences in viewpoints, backgrounds, and lived experience. You deliver on commitments, share feedback constructively, and create space for others to bring their whole selves to work.  

Take a Risk: You are excited by complex projects that require entrepreneurial thinking. You share your opinions and analysis without fear, regardless of tenure, and embrace opportunities to stretch your skills.  

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment. Employees work from the office at least three days a week, balancing professional and personal needs while staying connected to their teams. 

COMPENSATION | The base salary range for this position is $83,200 – 98,571, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls within this range depends on experience. 

We offer competitive compensation packages based on qualifications and experience. As an employee-owned company, you will benefit from the firm’s growth over time through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes coverage of 90–95% of healthcare premiums, dental and vision coverage, and more.