Data Analytics Principal/Director - Financial Services

EPAM Systems; Jersey City (NJ); Remote; USD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare

Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn learning solutions

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Legal Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Annual bonus program

Long-Term Incentive Program

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a Data Analytics Principal/Director to partner with senior client executives in Financial Services. You will lead strategic data and AI initiatives, guide enterprise data strategy, and drive platform enablement across the portfolio, including Databricks and Azure implementations.

You will own complex pursuits, manage a multi-year project portfolio, and mentor the next generation of consultants, shaping governance and program success for financial services clients.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of data technology and consulting experience with prior management roles (Senior Manager/Director) at financial institutions or consulting firms.
• C-level consulting expertise with ability to serve as trusted advisor; hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure.
• Deep banking knowledge with data models, processing systems, Basel 2/3, BCBS 239, AML/AFC frameworks.
• Strong data architecture, governance, catalogs, and observability; lead enterprise-scale discussions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with C-level executives on strategic Data and AI initiatives, including data strategy and platform enablement.
• Own RFP/RFQ/RFI responses and lead strategic pursuits, including client storytelling.
• Manage the Financial Services project portfolio and build long-term client relationships focused on value delivery.
• Lead initial phases of engagements: establish vision, define success criteria, form teams, govern projects.
• Coach and mentor next-generation consultants in Financial Services Data and Analytics.

Skills

C-level consulting

Data strategy

Client storytelling

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Computer Science/ IT/ Applied Mathematics

Tools

Databricks

Azure

Cloud providers

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Data Analytics Principal/Director to serve as a trusted partner to senior client executives in Financial Services organizations. This role combines deep data and AI technology knowledge, strong consulting acumen, and proven financial domain experience. You will lead our Financial Services Offering portfolio in Canada, promoting and selling EPAM data expertise in the region. If you can guide senior executives through complex data and AI transformational initiatives, this role is ideal for you.

Req# 1093775223

Responsibilities

• Partner with C-level executives on strategic Data and AI initiatives, including data strategy, enterprise-wide platform enablement, and AI transformations
• Own RFP/RFQ/RFI responses and lead strategic pursuits, including winning strategy development and client storytelling
• Manage the Financial Services project portfolio and build long-term client relationships centered on value delivery
• Lead initial phases of strategic engagements: establish program vision, define success criteria, form teams, and establish governance
• Coach and mentor next-generation consultants in Financial Services Data and Analytics

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data technology and consulting, with prior management roles (Senior Manager/Director) at financial institutions or consulting firms supporting financial services clients
• Proven C-level consulting expertise with ability to function as a trusted advisor; hands‑on experience with major cloud providers and prominent data ecosystem tools, with emphasis on Databricks and Azure.
• Demonstrated experience in banking (investment or core banking) with deep understanding of data models, processing systems, regulations, and key banking KPIs; knowledge of Basel 2/3, BCBS 239, AML/AFC compliance frameworks
• Strong grasp of data architecture, governance principles, data catalogs, observability frameworks, and ability to lead technical discussions at enterprise scale
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Applied Mathematics, or similar quantitative field (highly valued)

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)
• Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per year
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program

This Remote Position Cannot be Performed in New York City.

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM

This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $220,000 - $240,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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