We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.
Purpose:
Athene is seeking a Strategic Technology Analyst to partner with the CTO and cross-functional leaders in driving our next-generation technology agenda. This high-visibility role bridges strategy, data, and execution, shaping initiatives in workflow automation, AI enablement, and enterprise modernization.You will play a pivotal role in advancing Athene’s technology transformation—turning research and analysis into action that drives measurable business outcomes. Your insights and strategic recommendations will directly inform decisions at the executive level, helping to define the company’s innovation roadmap and elevate operational excellence across the organization.
Accountabilities:
Research & Strategic Planning
- Conduct market and technology research to identify trends, vendor capabilities, and innovation opportunities.
- Develop strategic assessments, design concepts, and solution documentation that guide high-impact technology initiatives.
- Translate emerging technologies into actionable recommendations that align with Athene’s long-term business objectives.
Data Analysis & Insights
- Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to assess performance, identify trends, and measure outcomes.
- Design and maintain KPI frameworks, dashboards, and visualizations to inform executive decision-making.
- Leverage tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or SQL to deliver data-driven insights.
Business Analysis & Process Optimization
- Capture and document business requirements, data flows, and system integrations for enterprise programs.
- Conduct As-Is / To-Be process analyses to identify inefficiencies and scalability gaps.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline workflows and enhance user experience.
Program Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with teams across data, architecture, and product to convert strategic direction into executable workstreams.
- Prepare concise and compelling reports, executive summaries, and presentations for the CTO and leadership committees.
- Support governance and oversight for key initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
Governance & Quality Assurance
- Contribute to enterprise data and workflow governance frameworks that ensure consistency, quality, and compliance.
- Support adherence to regulatory and industry standards (e.g., HIPAA, CMS, and data privacy policies).
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 6+ years of progressive experience in business analysis, data analytics, or program management within insurance, financial services, or technology.
- Proven ability to:
- Synthesize research into strategic recommendations.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable plans.
- Build and interpret dashboards and KPIs for operational transparency.
- Operate effectively in Agile and Waterfall environments.
- Exceptional communicator adept at engaging in both executive leadership and technical teams.
- Familiarity with governance, systems integration, and regulatory frameworks is highly valued.
Core Competencies
- Analytical Rigor – Applies data and evidence to shape strategic and operational decisions.
- Strategic Communication – Simplifies complexity to drive understanding and alignment.
- Technical Fluency – Comfortable navigating data architecture, APIs, and workflow systems.
- Execution Excellence – Balances vision with disciplined follow-through.
- Collaboration & Influence – Builds strong partnerships across teams and vendors.
Drive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment. Learn more about working at Athene.
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What We Do
Athene, through its subsidiaries, is a leading retirement services company that issues, reinsures and acquires retirement savings products designed for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeking to fund retirement needs. The products offered by Athene include:
• Retail fixed, fixed indexed and registered index-linked annuity products;
• Reinsurance arrangements with third-party annuity providers; and
• Institutional products, such as funding agreements and group annuity contracts related to pension risk transfers.
Athene's subsidiaries include Athene Annuity & Life Assurance Company, a Delaware-domiciled insurance company, Athene Annuity and Life Company, an Iowa-domiciled insurance company, Athene Annuity & Life Assurance Company of New York, a New York-domiciled insurance company, Athene Securities, LLC, an Iowa-domiciled registered broker-dealer (member FINRA), and Athene Life Re Ltd., a Bermuda-domiciled reinsurer.
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The financial industry is ripe for change and Athene is leading the way. We’re determined to make retirement easier for you and other Americans by harnessing our passion, smarts and relentless spirit.
Learn how to become an Athene financial professional at www.athene.com/contact.
If you love a challenge and are driven to succeed, then Athene is your kind of company.
