Sr Data Analyst

Pacific Life Insurance Company$124K — $152K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related field; Master's preferred
  • 6+ years in Data Quality and governance, focusing on standards and policies
  • 5+ years establishing data governance in the workforce benefits sector
  • 3+ years data analysis/reporting with SQL experience
  • 3+ years experience with data quality tools and observability frameworks
  • Familiarity with ETL processes and cloud computing
  • Strong stakeholder management and project management skills

Responsibilities

  • Drive cross-departmental collaboration to enhance data quality and literacy
  • Manage and automate the workforce data quality program
  • Foster a data-driven culture emphasizing informed decision-making
  • Build scalable data pipelines utilizing frameworks like Apache Spark and Kafka
  • Design and implement data architecture on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
  • Apply software engineering practices for reliable data systems
  • Act as a liaison with business partners to shape data strategy

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedules
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match
  • Wellbeing reimbursement account available for employees and dependents
Full Job Description

Job Description:

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. Masters 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. Whats life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the companys 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 were 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, weve 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.

Whats life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

About Pacific Life Insurance Company

Pacific Life Insurance Company Careers

There has never been a more opportune time to join the dynamic team at Pacific Life Insurance Company—a leader in the insurance industry known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

Join Pacific Life Insurance Company’s esteemed team to assist in pioneering efforts that drive the insurance industry forward. At the intersection of technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation, Pacific Life Insurance Company stands as a beacon of transformative solutions and services. Lead in a unique position in the marketplace, leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to digital innovation to enhance client experiences and outcomes. Engage with a diverse global team of business and technology advisors, helping clients navigate through their challenges with cutting-edge solutions. Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are at the forefront of integrating technology and insurance services to deliver exceptional results.

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The initiative aims to build a leading advisory team to guide some of the most well-known companies through their transformation journeys, utilizing innovative insurance solutions.

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Be part of a team that is not just the largest but the most knowledgeable in the insurance sector, with a focus on delivering targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of consulting experience that is unmatched.

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Work on a wide range of projects that harness the capabilities of Pacific Life Insurance Company’s robust technological and service-oriented frameworks.

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