Sr. Data Analyst

BMO U.S.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BMO U.S. in Chicago is seeking a Senior Data Governance Analyst to improve how Commercial Banking manages, governs, and leverages data.

You will investigate complex data issues, build data quality controls, and automate governance processes using SQL, Python, and AI to deliver trusted data for decision-making. You will partner with business and technology teams to establish accountability for data quality, develop metadata and lineage, and create dashboards to measure governance effectiveness

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance or related field.
• Strong SQL skills with large datasets.
• Python programming and automation experience.
• Experience designing data quality controls and monitoring frameworks.
• Knowledge of metadata, lineage, and data stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data quality controls across critical Commercial Banking data assets.
• Use SQL and Python for data profiling, reconciliation, monitoring, and root-cause analysis.
• Build automated frameworks to identify, monitor, and remediate data quality issues.
• Apply AI technologies to automate governance activities and improve efficiency.
• Partner with business, data, and technology teams to establish accountability for data quality and governance.
• Develop and maintain metadata, business definitions, lineage, and governance documentation.
• Build dashboards and metrics that measure governance effectiveness and data quality.
• Identify opportunities to modernize governance processes with emerging tech.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data quality

Governance

Analytical thinking

Communication

AI-assisted tools

Automation

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Azure AI

OpenAI

LangChain

Job description

Build trusted data. Shape the future with AI.

We're looking for a curious, analytical, and business-minded Senior Data Governance Analyst to help improve how Commercial Banking manages, governs, and leverages data. This is not a traditional governance role focused solely on policies and documentation. You'll investigate complex data issues, identify root causes, build data quality controls, automate governance processes, and help modernize the function through AI and emerging technologies. Working closely with business leaders, technology teams, data stewards, and analytics partners, you'll ensure critical business data is accurate, trusted, and ready to support better decision-making. If you enjoy solving data problems, improving processes, working with SQL and automation tools, and finding innovative ways to turn trusted data into business value, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain data quality controls across critical Commercial Banking data assets.
• Use SQL and Python to perform data profiling, reconciliation, monitoring, and root-cause analysis.
• Build automated frameworks to identify, monitor, and remediate data quality issues.
• Apply AI and agentic technologies to automate governance activities and improve operational efficiency.
• Partner with business, data, and technology teams to establish accountability for data quality and governance.
• Develop and maintain metadata, business definitions, lineage, and governance documentation.
• Support identification and remediation of critical data issues.
• Build dashboards and metrics that measure governance effectiveness and data quality performance.
• Contribute to regulatory, risk management, and compliance initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to modernize governance processes using emerging technologies.
• Promote a culture where data is treated as a strategic business asset.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• Strong SQL skills with experience analyzing and validating large datasets.
• Strong Python programming and automation experience.
• Experience designing and implementing data quality controls and monitoring frameworks.
• Knowledge of data governance principles, metadata management, lineage, and data stewardship.
• Experience collaborating with both business and technology stakeholders.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools to improve productivity and business outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Agentic AI frameworks and AI orchestration platforms.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI, OpenAI, LangChain, or similar technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Informatica, Alation, or comparable governance tools.
• Experience using Power BI or Tableau.
• Banking, commercial lending, risk management, or financial services experience.
• Understanding of regulatory data management and controls.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.

What Success Looks Like

• Increase automation of governance and data quality processes.
• Build scalable data quality controls for critical business data.
• Improve visibility into data health through monitoring and reporting.
• Expand governance coverage through AI-enabled workflows.
• Help business teams make faster, more confident decisions using trusted data.

Salary

$65,000.00 - $140,000.00

Pay Type

Salaried

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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