Senior Data Quality Analyst

BDO Canada

. Analyze data across multiple, diverse systems to understand business flows, model structures, and potential sources of quality issues .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeCalgary • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in data quality analysis, including proficiency in SQL and Python, and a strong understanding of data governance principles and master data management. Capable of translating business-focused data quality rules into actionable technical requirements while effectively communicating complex issues to diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Quality AnalysisSQL ProficiencyPython ProficiencyData Governance PrinciplesMaster Data Management

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Data AnalysisData TestingComplex Data ModelsTechnical Requirements DerivationData Quality Rules ImplementationRoot Cause InvestigationEvidence-Based RecommendationsData Lifecycle UnderstandingData VisualizationAI-Powered Data Quality Technologies

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingAttention to DetailCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableau

Industry Keywords

Data GovernanceGDPRCCPA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze data across multiple, diverse systems to understand business flows, model structures, and potential sources of quality issues
Research and understand undocumented or complex data models for issue investigation and ongoing monitoring
Collaborate with data stewards to design, document, and implement business-focused data quality rules
Translate data quality rules into actionable technical requirements for developers and engineers
Investigate root causes of data quality problems
Provide evidence-based recommendations and remediation plans
Communicate data quality issues, root causes, business impacts, and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Analyze enterprise master data, detect issues, and identify complex scenarios from underlying source systems
Document findings, quality rules, technical requirements, and corrective actions
Support enforcement of data governance policies and continuous improvement of data quality practices
Prepare and deliver reports, dashboards, and presentations tracking progress and outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field
5+ years of experience as a data quality analyst or in a closely related data analytics role
Proficiency in SQL and Python for data analysis and data testing
Experience researching and understanding complex data models, especially related to master data management
Ability to derive technical requirements from business data steward rules
Familiarity with data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to explain complex issues to diverse stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams
Deep understanding of the end-to-end data lifecycle and data technologies
Ability and willingness to rapidly learn and adopt new data quality and AI-powered data quality technologies
Knowledge of master data management
Experience with data visualization platforms such as Power BI or Tableau
Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements such as GDPR and CCPA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning people-first environment
Personal and professional growth opportunities
Learning and professional development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits from day one
Flexible personal time off policy
Wellness initiative reimbursement
Flexible/blended work model
Local and national community and charity events
Inclusive and accessible workplace
Flexible work across office, client site, and virtually, unless accommodations or alternative arrangements are in place