Sr Data Management Analyst

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 Management Analyst to join our team in Newport Beach, CA.

The Sr Data Management 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 Management 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.
• Implement data observability and data quality monitoring frameworks, including automated checks, anomaly detection, and alerting mechanisms across critical data pipelines.
• Perform deep data analysis using SQL and python and profiling techniques to identify anomalies, data gaps, and inconsistencies across source-to-target systems.
• Develop and maintain data 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. .
• Design and develop scalable data solutions, including data models, source-to-target mappings, ETL/ELT
• Collaborate with engineering teams on code reviews, testing, CI/CD processes, and deployment best practices.
• 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 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 implementing data quality monitoring, observability frameworks, or automated controls.
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, Snowflake, etc.).
• Strong experience with data profiling, anomaly detection, and root cause analysis.
• Experience working in Workforce Benefits (WBD), Insurance, or Healthcare data domains.
• Experience working on complex business/technology initiatives within and across multiple verticals/domains.
• Ability to analyze complex data issues and determine appropriate 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 Workforce benefits domain.
• Data Management Professional (CDMP), AWS certification
• 3+ years setting up data governance and catalog toolsets like Alation, Atlan, or Collibra
• 3+ years experience with cloud technologies such as Snowflake and AWS related to data warehousing
• 3+ years of data analysis or reporting experience with building SQL queries, metrics definitions and translating source data into target analysis

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.

$137,610.00 - $168,190.00

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.