Vanguards Internal Audit & SOX (IAS) department has an exciting opportunity in our Automation and Analytics team. Were looking for a tech-savvy innovative individual whos passionate about building scalable data solutions and engineering robust analytics infrastructure. This role is a crucial part of our forward-thinking dynamic team and is key to delivering automated utilities and data pipelines that provide greater assurance to the organization increase stakeholder productivity and deliver deeper insights into the operating effectiveness of our control environmentall of which ultimately support Vanguards purpose: to take a stand for all investors to treat them fairly and to give them the best chance for investment success.
Youll collaborate with a diverse and talented team of centralized and decentralized data analysts and work closely with our analytics infrastructure and solutions using the latest technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data engineering technical communication and automation development with hands-on experience in System frontend development Streamlit cloud platforms Python and data pipeline design.
Responsibilities
Data Engineering & Pipeline Development: Design build and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes to support analytics and automation initiatives. Ensure data quality integrity and performance across systems.
Requirements Gathering and Technical Design: Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical specifications. Design data models process flows and system integrations aligned with strategic objectives.
Automation Development: Develop and deploy automation tools and scripts (e.g. Python SQL Power Apps) to streamline audit and business processes improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Data Visualization: Support the development of reporting front-end interfaces using tools such as Streamlit hosted on AWS infrastructure. Collaborate with analytics and audit teams to design user-friendly applications that deliver insights and enable interaction with automated utilities and data pipelines.
Infrastructure & Systems Integration: Collaborate with IT and analytics teams to implement integrated solutions using cloud platforms (e.g. AWS) databases (e.g. SQL Server) and identity systems (e.g. Active Directory).
Process Optimization: Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement through automation and data-driven insights within internal audit workflows.
Innovation & Technology Adoption: Stay current with emerging technologies (e.g. GenAI RPA AI/ML) and recommend innovative solutions that align with organizational strategies.
What It Takes
Proficiency inPythonSQL and data engineering tools and frameworks.
Experience withdata visualization platforms(e.g. Tableau Power BI)cloud infrastructure(e.g. AWS) anddatabase systems(e.g. SQL Server).
Familiarity withRPAAI/ML concepts and modern data architecture.
Strong communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced ambiguous environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong planning and organizational skills with a focus on execution and delivery.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years related technical experience; some working knowledge of audit risk and controls
Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience (e.g. MIS Information Technology Data Sciences Data / Business Analytics)
Special factors (internal and external posting):
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Hybrid position requiring proximity to Chesterbrook PA office.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard we dont just have a missionwere on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning collaboration and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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