Sr Data Analyst

Pacific Life; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 125,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Wellbeing Reimbursement Account

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave & Adoption assistance

401k with company match

Job summary

Pacific Life seeks a Sr Data Analyst in Newport Beach, CA to build scalable data quality and observability frameworks and to govern data for Workforce Benefits. The role blends data engineering, analysis, and governance to enable data-driven decisions across enterprise platforms.

You will lead data quality metrics, collaborate with architects and stakeholders, and ensure compliance with PII/PHI standards in an agile environment. Relocation may be provided.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in Data analysis, Data Quality, Engineering, related roles.
• Expert level SQL and strong Python programming skills.
• Experience building or supporting data pipelines, ETL processes, or data workflows.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS/Azure/Snowflake).
• Strong data profiling, anomaly detection, and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Quality and Governance for Workforce Benefits Division (WBD).
• Collaborate with data architects, engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate into technical solutions.
• Lead requirements workshops, backlog refinement, and stakeholder discussions; document requirements.
• Perform data analysis to identify anomalies, data quality issues, and gaps across systems.
• Develop and maintain data quality metrics, scorecards, and dashboards for data reliability.
• Conduct root cause analysis and remediation of data issues across systems.
• Support metadata management, data lineage, and data certification within data governance.
• Ensure compliance with data standards and regulatory requirements for sensitive data (PII/PHI).
• Work in Agile delivery teams to prioritize and execute work.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Data quality

Data governance

Agile

Stakeholder management

Education

BS in Computer Science/Mathematics/Finance or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Snowflake

DBT

Job description

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own.

We're actively seeking a talented Sr Data Analyst to join our team in Newport Beach, CA. Relocation Assistance may be provided.

The Sr Data Analyst role is a strong functional and Engineering/technical and analytics-focused role responsible for building and operationalizing scalable data quality and observability framework, data profiling tools and processes, data governance and providing services and solutions aligned with overall Pacific Life's PL Data Management strategy, Data Governance organization in PL Data for Workforce benefits (WBD). This role combines data engineering, data analysis, and data quality management to ensure reliable, high-quality, and trusted data across enterprise data platforms. The individual will design and implement data pipelines, observability frameworks, and quality controls, while partnering with business and data stakeholders to enable data-driven decision making and improve data reliability at scale.

How you'll help move us forward:

• As Sr Data Analyst within Enterprise DG organization, lead Data Quality and Governance for Workforce Benefits Division (WBD), manage asset certification program for data, data metrics , reports, and a multi-faceted communication and engagement plan with the WBD data community.
• Partner with data architects, engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into clear technical solutions.
• Lead requirements workshops, backlog refinement, and stakeholder discussions; document business, functional, and technical requirements.
• Strong hands-on experience in data analysis using SQL, Python, and data profiling techniques to identify anomalies, data quality issues, gaps, and inconsistencies across source and target systems.
• Develop andmaintaindata quality metrics, scorecards, and monitoring dashboards to track data reliability and pipeline health.
• Conduct root cause analysis and remediation of data issues, working across upstream and downstream systems.
• Support data governance initiatives, including metadata management, data lineage, data certification, and business glossary maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with data standards, controls, and regulatory requirements for sensitive data (PII/PHI).
• Work within Agile delivery teams to prioritize, manage, and execute work effectively.

The experience you bring:

• BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in Data analysis, Data Quality, Engineering, related roles
• Expert level SQL and strong python programming skills, Strong hands-on experience with SQL for data analysis, validation, and troubleshooting data issues.
• Experience building or supporting data pipelines, ETL processes, or data workflows.
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, Snowflake, etc.).
• Strong experience with data profiling, anomaly detection, and root cause analysis.
• Experience working on complex business/technology initiatives within and across multiple verticals/domains.
• Ability to analyze complex data issues and determineappropriate policies, standards, and solutions to enhance the experience for data users.

What will make you stand out:

• Experience with regulated data environments (PII/PHI).
• Experience in Group Insurance domain.
• Strong experience in SQL and python.
• Experience working with AWS, Snowflake, DBT

You can be who you are.

• We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. What's life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$124,830.00 - $152,570.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What's life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.