Configuration Analyst II (Hybrid Only)

Principal International; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Pension Eligible

Hybrid/Remote work options

Job summary

Principal Global Investors is seeking a Configuration Analyst II/III to advance automation and efficiency across our Nonqualified onboarding, conversions, and key processes. You will design, configure, and maintain Alteryx workflows and partner with business teams to translate needs into scalable tech solutions.

The role emphasizes independent problem solving, learning new platforms, and delivering reliable workflows that align with enterprise standards.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred in computer science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or related field.
• 2+ years of related work experience or equivalent demonstrated through various experiences.
• Working knowledge of business processes and supporting systems.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technology platforms and tools independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to handle ambiguity and create practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, implement, and maintain Alteryx workflows for onboarding, conversions, and operations.
• Analyze processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains using Alteryx and other tools.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate needs into workflow solutions.
• Monitor and enhance workflows to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Document configurations, requirements, tests, and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT Architecture, Data Governance, and other stakeholders to ensure compliant workflows.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Independent learning

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Alteryx

SQL

Excel/VBA

Power Automate

Power Query

Job description

What You'll Do

The Configuration Analyst II or III plays a critical role in advancing automation, scalability, and operational efficiency across our Nonqualified (NQ) business. This role is responsible for designing, configuring, maintaining, and enhancing Alteryx workflows that support NQ onboarding, conversions, and other key business processes across the organization.

The successful candidate will partner closely with business teams to understand operational complexities and translate business needs into scalable, technology-driven solutions. This individual will also help identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and digital automation tools, to improve quality, reduce manual effort, mitigate risk, and enhance both employee and customer experiences.

This is an ideal position for a self-starter who enjoys solving complex problems, independently learning new technologies, and driving process improvements from concept to implementation. This individual is naturally curious, highly self-motivated, and excited by the challenge of building solutions where a roadmap may not already exist.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, implement, and maintain Alteryx workflows supporting NQ onboarding, conversions, and operational processes across multiple teams.
• Analyze existing business processes and identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and efficiency gains using Alteryx and other technology tools.
• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements, understand operational needs, and translate those needs into effective workflow solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance existing workflows to ensure reliability, accuracy, and scalability.
• Document workflow configurations, business requirements, testing results, and operational procedures.
• Serve as the department Alteryx subject matter expert, partnering with IT Architecture, Data Governance, and other key stakeholders to ensure workflows are built, maintained, and used responsibly in alignment with enterprise standards.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies, AI capabilities, and digital tools that can improve operational effectiveness and customer outcomes.
• Collaborate across teams while maintaining the ability to independently manage assigned projects and deliverables.

Who You Are

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in computer science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of related work experience or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, military experience, or education.
• Working knowledge of business processes, financial services products, and supporting systems.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technology platforms and tools independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work through ambiguity and create practical solutions.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and execute with limited direction.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across business and operational teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience analyzing business processes and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Preferred Qualifications — Skills that will help you stand out

• Experience developing, maintaining, or supporting Alteryx workflows.
• Working knowledge of non-qualified deferred compensation plans, including plan design complexities, Section 409A requirements, onboarding processes, and related administrative impacts.
• Experience with workflow automation, business process improvement, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Alteryx, SQL, Excel/VBA, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar technologies.

Salary Range Information

Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)

$73150 - $127000 / year

Salary Details

The following levels and locations are examples of market-specific salary ranges across different job levels and geographies. Candidates will be evaluated to determine the appropriate job level based on their skills and experience.

• Des Moines, IA: $73,150- $120,650 / year
• Charlotte, NC: $ - $77,000-127,000 / year
• Raleigh, NC: $ - $77,000-127,000 / year

Time Off Program

Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.

Pension Eligible

Yes

Job level

We'll consider talent at the next level with the right experiences and skills.

Work Environments

This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek), and remote work arrangements (only if residing more than 30 miles from Des Moines, IA, or Charlotte, NC). You'll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Global Investors positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

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Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status