> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/202492-sr-data-analytics-consultant](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/202492-sr-data-analytics-consultant). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Data & Analytics Consultant - **Company:** Principal Financial Group - **Location:** Des Moines, IA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Big Data, Salesforce.Com, Tableau (Software), Value Engineering, Snowflake, Core Data, Data Analytics - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9aac4a9c25fef1c4 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Studies related to statistics/mathematics, engineering, predictive analytics, or data science is a plus * 5+ years of related analytics, consulting, project management experience preferred * Deep understanding of business operations and practices to align decisions with customer needs and deliver tailored solutions * Ability to identify root causes, synthesize complex data, and develop effective, business-driven solutions * Skilled in using technologies and statistical methods to evaluate performance, support decisions, and lead complex data projects * Proven ability to provide technical and business guidance across the enterprise, establish credibility, and influence stakeholders at all levels * Comfortable leading multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; adept at adjusting tactics to evolving strategies * Ability to translate large datasets and anecdotal feedback into actionable insights and measurable business value * Inspires trust, fosters alignment, and drives work forward through active listening and strategic engagement Skills That Will Help You Stand Out * Financial services/asset management industry experience * Data & analytics tooling (AWS, model tooling, Snowflake) * Marketing technology tooling (Salesforce) * GenAI tooling ## Description We're looking for a Sr Data & Analytics Consultant to join our Principal Asset Management team! In this role, you'll serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor, helping stakeholders identify and solve complex business problems through data-driven insights and advanced analytics. You'll consult with asset management leaders to uncover opportunities where data, analytics, and AI can accelerate business outcomes, ensuring all initiatives align with the broader asset management strategy. By transforming anecdotal feedback into measurable metrics, you'll demonstrate the tangible business value of analytics solutions. Additionally, you'll lead and prioritize a portfolio of analytics projects, orchestrate delivery, and provide thought leadership to drive scalable, sustainable solutions that enable smarter decision-making across the organization. You'll have the opportunity to: * Drive Transformation: Lead strategic consulting and delivery to turn core data and analytics insights into comprehensive solutions that improve operations and deliver measurable results * Align Strategy and Execution: Connect data, analytics, technology, and business objectives; ensure work aligns with the Asset Management business strategy while actively engaging in strategic discussions to clarify scope, prioritize deliverables, and document requirements * Champion Customer Success: Manage stakeholder relationships through lifecycle planning, timely interventions, and business reviews to ensure progress and address roadblocks * Portfolio and Value Management: Oversee portfolio reporting, roadmaps, and scorecards; influence prioritization, resource allocation, and quantify business value of initiatives by turning anecdotal feedback into measurable data * Enable Agile Delivery: Establish and coach agile practices, lead ceremonies, and maintain feedback loops to accelerate scalable, sustainable solutions * Consult and Innovate: Partner with Asset Management stakeholders to identify business problems through data and analytics, advise on how teams can use AI-driven solutions, and adapt tactics to shifting strategies while leading multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment * Advance Analytics and Reporting: Collaborate with data science teams for modeling support; build dashboards and visualizations (e.g., Tableau) to measure success, influence decisions, and enable teams to scale ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Building Multi-Tenant ASP.NET Core Applications: Best Practices and Real-World Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1552-building-multi-tenant-asp-net-core-applications-best-practices-and-real-world-solutions) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) ## Related Articles - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)