Senior IT Data Analyst

Job Description:Note: Fidelity is not providing immigration sponsorship for this position. Strategic Advisors Technology (SAT) is seeking a Senior IT Data Analyst to support Performance Modernization initiatives across one of Fidelity’s critical strategic programs.This role is primarily focused on data analysis, data flow understanding, and data‑driven solution enablement, while also requiring the ability to perform system‑level analysis when translating business requirements into implementation‑ready technical deliverables.You will partner with Business Stakeholders, Product Owners, Architecture, and Engineering teams to:Analyze business and operational data needsUnderstand upstream and downstream data flowsTranslate business requirements into system and data requirementsConvert business ask into system‑ready user stories when requiredThis role requires a strong data‑first mindset, complemented by the ability to support Agile delivery through structured functional and system analysis.The Expertise We’re Looking ForHands‑on experience with relational databases and SQL for data analysis, profiling, validation, and root cause analysisStrong understanding of data modeling concepts such as star and snowflake schemas, dimensions, and factsExperience collaborating with business stakeholders to gather and analyze business and functional requirements using structured artifacts such as BRDs, process flows, and data flow diagramsAbility to translate business goals into end‑to‑end system and data requirements including field‑level definitions, data rules, and non‑functional requirementsExperience partnering with engineering teams to define and maintain source‑to‑target data mappings, interface contracts, and data lineage across integration layersExperience documenting and maintaining end‑to‑end data and process lineage across platforms such as Oracle, Snowflake, and S3 through operational workflowsAbility to perform impact analysis related to upstream schema changes, data pipeline updates, and integration logic changesExperience performing cost‑benefit analysis to ensure technology investments are aligned with business objectives and deliver measurable valueAbility to convert business requirements into actionable delivery plans with defined milestones and timelines for both system and data initiativesExperience identifying and managing risks and dependencies related to data workflows, system integrations, and processing pipelinesExperience supporting delivery through quarterly planning and backlog management activitiesExperience managing product backlogs using tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Excel, and SharePointAbility to translate complex business and data requirements into user stories with clearly defined business value, acceptance criteria, and test conditionsExperience leading refinement sessions to ensure user stories are implementation‑ready for sprint planningAbility to define story acceptance tests in collaboration with engineering teams usingAcceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD) principlesThe Purpose of Your RoleAs a Senior IT Data Analyst supporting Performance Modernization initiatives, you will partner with Strategic Advisors business stakeholders, Squad members, and Product Area Leaders to understand business objectives and performance challenges across enterprise applications and data workflows. You will analyze system and data dependencies impacting performance and collaborate with technology teams to translate business needs into implementation‑ready system and data requirements that improve application and data processing performance.The Value You DeliverAnalyzing enterprise data workflows and system dependencies to identify performance bottlenecks across applications and integration layersTranslating business performance needs into implementation‑ready system and data requirementsDefining source‑to‑target data mappings, interface contracts, and end‑to‑end data lineage across upstream and downstream systemsSupporting performance optimization by conducting data analysis, profiling, and validation using SQLConverting complex business and data requirements into user stories with clearly defined acceptance criteria and test conditionsPartnering with engineering teams to ensure system and data solutions meet performance, scalability, and operational requirementsPerforming impact analysis related to schema changes, integration logic updates, and data pipeline enhancementsLeading backlog refinement sessions to ensure stories are clear, testable, and ready for sprint planningSupporting quarterly planning and backlog management for performance‑focused system and data initiativesCollaborating with Architecture, Data Engineering, and Application teams to align on data contracts, integration dependencies, and SLAsIdentifying and managing risks and dependencies impacting application and data processing performanceSupporting end‑to‑end testing to validate performance improvements and functional alignment with defined requirementsHow Your Work Impacts the OrganizationYour work enables Fidelity Asset Management Technology to improve application and data processing performance by modernizing system integrations and enterprise data workflows. Through data‑driven analysis and system‑level requirement translation, you support scalable and reliable technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency and enable informed business decision‑making.Fidelity’s Onsite Working ModelFidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.Certifications:Category:Information Technology, Investment OperationsPlease be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advi