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Principal Data Analyst

Location: 

Tempe, AZ, US

Date:  Mar 21, 2026

Requisition ID: 19866

 

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

 

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

 

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

 

  • Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
  • Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
  • Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
  • Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
  • Short and long-term disability plans
  • Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
  • 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

 

Summary

We are seeking a Principal Data Analyst to lead the enablement of enterprise data governance, metadata management, data quality enablement, and information modeling for internal SRP business stakeholders. In this highly visible role, you will own and evolve the Information Intelligence Platform and partner across architecture, integration, analytics, and business teams to ensure enterprise data is trusted, well‑governed, and ready to drive insights at scale. This will be an ideal role for a senior data professional who combines strong technical depth with the ability to influence, lead, and modernize data governance across a large organization.

What You'll Do

Data Governance & Platform Leadership

  • Own the configuration, administration, and optimization of enterprise data management platforms, including Collibra (Data Intelligence, Data Quality, and Metamodel) and Erwin/Quest Data Modeler.
  • Serve as a trusted subject matter expert advising major initiatives and SRP system implementations.
  • Ensure alignment with data governance policies, information principles, and data privacy and security standards.
  • Support and grow the Data Stewardship Program through enablement, mentoring, and best‑practice guidance.

Metadata, Quality & Information Services

  • Lead metadata management, data cataloging, data quality, data modeling, and data sharing enablement services.
  • Design and evolve Collibra metamodels aligned with enterprise data architecture.
  • Build and enhance governance workflows, automations, and integrations that scale with business needs.

Architecture, Integration & Analytics Collaboration

  • Partner closely with Data Architects to align enterprise data architecture and governance tooling.
  • Collaborate and facilitate with cross-functional teams on APIs, connectors, and system integrations.
  • Enable and optimize integrations between Collibra and analytics and data platforms, including Snowflake, PowerBI, Dataiku.

Program Leadership & Influence

  • Lead or contribute to enterprise‑level, cross‑functional initiatives supporting application roadmaps and information management programs.
  • Embed governance and metadata considerations early in solution design and delivery lifecycles.

Communication & Enablement

  • Develop clear, high‑quality standards, documentation, and governance materials.
  • Communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders, governance councils, and leadership.
  • Provide coaching and technical leadership to elevate enterprise data governance maturity.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 14 years may be considered.

 

  • Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Data Governance preferred.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

What You Bring

  • Extensive experience in enterprise data governance, metadata management, and data quality
  • Strong hands‑on experience administering and configuring data governance/data management platforms such as Collibra
  • Solid understanding of data architecture and data modeling concepts
  • Experience designing workflows, automations, and system integrations
  • Proven ability to lead through influence and collaborate across technical and business teams
  • Excellent communication skills and comfort operating at both strategic and technical levels

 

What It Takes to Succeed

  • Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills with the ability to deliver complex initiatives.
  • Hands‑on expertise in implementing enterprise Data Governance, including data cataloging, metadata management, data quality, and data modeling.
  • Proven technical experience administering enterprise data governance and management tools, including Collibra Data Catalog, Collibra Data Quality, lineage, and impact analysis, Erwin, and Enterprise Architect/Sparx.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with executives and staff using clear, non‑technical language while demonstrating professionalism and diplomacy.
  • Strong service orientation with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across business and technical teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, manage milestones, and facilitate practical, business‑focused solutions.
  • Proven commitment to high ethical standards, data confidentiality, and responsible handling of sensitive information.
  • Continuous learner with the ability to maintain and update technical knowledge and skills as technologies and practices evolve.

Testing and Certifications

 

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

 

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

 

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.

 


Nearest Major Market: Phoenix

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