Lead Data Analyst

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support business objectives
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for data solutions
• Perform data profiling, source-to-target mapping, and validation to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Support the implementation and maintenance of data governance frameworks and standards
• Design and develop ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to support data integration initiatives
• Document data flows, data lineage, and system integrations across upstream and downstream systems
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and maintain data definitions, business rules, and metadata
• Troubleshoot data-related issues and provide technical support for production systems
• Partner with cross-functional teams including IT, QA, and business stakeholders

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in SQL and relational database management systems (RDBMS)
• 3+ years of experience with data warehouse concepts and data modeling practices
• 2+ years of experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• 2+ years of experience in ETL processes and data integration tools
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas and pivot tables

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data governance activities and exposure to Collibra
• Experience with Reference Data Management tools (e.g., EDM or DRM)
• Knowledge of Financial or Asset Management domains
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
• Understanding of data architecture concepts including dimensional modeling and entity-relationship diagrams

Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards package
• Superior retirement program
• Competitive health and wellness offerings
• Work-life balance support

About the Company

TIAA is a market-leading retirement company that has been delivering financial security for more than 100 years. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, TIAA now provides a wide range of financial products and services to support the financial well-being of millions of people working in the not-for-profit sector.