Product Designer and Data Integration Specialist

Data Integration Specialist – Data Modeling, API Documentation & Regulatory Compliance

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a highly experienced Data Systems Analyst & Data Integration Specialist to support enterprise data ecosystems in the banking and financial services domain. This role focuses on designing, documenting, and supporting data integration processes across external systems, digital platforms, and merchant ecosystems. Your expertise will ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance, enabling effective risk management and analytics initiatives that support strategic business growth.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Extensive experience in data modeling, source-to-target mapping, and data contract management supporting data integration projects (7+ years)

• Proficiency with API documentation tools, especially Swagger/OpenAPI (latest versions)

• Strong understanding of error handling strategies, exceptions, and data quality management

• Data analysis skills supporting business decisions, data validation, and reconciliation

• Familiarity with SQL (basic to intermediate) and XML/JSON data formats

• Hands-on experience with data integration tools such as Informatica, Talend, or similar tools

Preferred:

• Knowledge of cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) supporting data integration

• Experience with data governance frameworks, compliance standards, e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS

Overall Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document detailed business and technical requirements supporting data integration projects

• Design and maintain source-to-target data mappings, data models, and data contracts for seamless integration

• Support data migration, validation, and reconciliation activities to ensure data integrity and compliance

• Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and QA teams to support end-to-end data system delivery

• Develop, update, and maintain API documentation and integration specifications using Swagger or similar tools

• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve data issues, errors, or discrepancies in production and test environments

• Support data governance initiatives and compliance with security and regulatory policies

• Automate data processes and document technical workflows supporting operational efficiency

• Continuously improve data workflows, processes, and documentation for operational excellence and audit readiness

Technical Skills (By Category)

Languages & Data Formats (Essential):

• SQL (MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server) supporting data validation and reconciliation

• XML and JSON supporting data exchange and integration

• Source-to-target mapping and data contract design support

Preferred:

• Scripting or automation languages such as Python or Shell scripting

Tools & Frameworks:

• Data integration tools: Informatica, Talend, or comparable platforms

• API documentation tools: Swagger/OpenAPI supporting detailed API schemas

• Data governance and metadata management frameworks

Cloud & Storage (Preferred):

• Cloud data platforms supporting integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Standards & Compliance:

• Data security protocols, encryption standards, GDPR, PCI DSS, and other data privacy regulations

Experience Requirements

• 7+ years supporting enterprise data systems, integration processes, and data migration projects

• Proven experience designing and documenting source-to-target data mappings and data contracts

• Experience with data validation, reconciliation, and metadata management in regulated environments

• Knowledge supporting financial services or banking data compliance and security standards

• Experience supporting data governance policies and regulatory audits

Day-to-Day Activities

• Gather and analyze data requirements from business stakeholders and documents

• Design and document source-to-target data mappings, data models, and data contracts

• Support data migration, validation, and reconciliation activities supporting analytics and regulatory compliance

• Collaborate with data engineers, QA, and business teams to ensure successful data integration projects

• Develop and update API schemas, integration workflows, and documentation for audit purposes

• Troubleshoot data discrepancies, security issues, and integration errors in live environments

• Support automation of data processes and document operational workflows

• Support data governance initiatives and compliance activities supporting regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Management, Computer Science, or related fields

• 7+ years of experience supporting data integration, data management, and migration projects in enterprise environments

• Certifications in data management or relevant industry standards (preferred)

• Proven track record supporting regulated financial or banking data workflows, security, and compliance

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex data challenges

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Leadership abilities to guide data validation, migration, and governance initiatives

• Adaptability to evolving regulatory requirements and data standards

• Process-oriented mindset with attention to data security and operational reliability

• Continuous learning and innovation mindset supporting data governance and security best practices

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Experience Level

Senior Level