Job Abstract

Our Company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $189 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2023. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets, and listed equities. The firm has over 1200 employees and offices in 20 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com.

Responsibilities

The Data Technology and Architecture department at Oaktree oversees the data technology organization and ensures firm-wide data needs are met holistically in a scalable and efficient manner. We design institutional solutions to meet the data / reporting needs of internal & external consumers. Based in Los Angeles, the Assistant Vice President will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing MDM solutions that enable effective data management and governance across the organization.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work closely with Semarchy and implementation partners to successfully execute the Account/Product master.
• Architect and design end-to-end MDM solutions that align with business requirements, data governance policies, and industry best practices.
• Lead the technical implementation and development of MDM solutions, ensuring high-quality and scalable deliverables.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, business users, and IT teams to gather requirements, understand data needs, and define MDM strategies and objectives.
• Analyze existing data management processes, systems, and data quality issues to identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.
• Develop data models, data integration strategies, and data mapping specifications to ensure seamless data flow and integration across systems.
• Lead the development and customization of MDM tools and platforms, including data cleansing, matching, merging, and data quality monitoring.
• Define and enforce data governance standards, data policies, and data stewardship processes to ensure data integrity, consistency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate MDM solutions with other enterprise systems, such as CRM, Accounting, and BI platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, overseeing coding standards, code reviews, and quality assurance processes.
• Stay updated with emerging MDM technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation in MDM solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Proven 3 years + experience as an MDM Solution Architect, MDM Technical Lead, or similar roles, with a focus on MDM solution design and development.
• In-depth understanding of MDM concepts, data modeling, data integration, data quality, and data governance principles.
• Experience with data profiling, data cleansing, reconciliation and data matching techniques.
• Solid knowledge of enterprise integration patterns, APIs, and web services (REST, JSON).
• Proficiency in programming languages, including Python, Scala, PySpark, and T-SQL, and experience with database technologies PostgreSQL, SQL Server, etc.
• Proficiency of Cloud platform implementations – AWS
• Knowledge of Project Management (tools, tactics, and methodologies), operating policies, procedures and practices
• Experience with large scale technology implementation, custom development and data and systems integrations
• Experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies and best practices

Preferred:

• Experience with the Semarchy xDM tools and technologies or similar platforms
• Experience in UI frameworks such as React or Vue JS
• Well versed in the use of the Atlassian suite of products (Jira, Confluence)

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate should demonstrate strengths in:

• Relationship Building; works effectively with strong, diverse teams of people with multiple perspectives, talents, and backgrounds.  He or she is known for doing what is best irrespective of politics and is comfortable with consensus building (at multiple levels) and soliciting constructive feedback; ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of participants including upper management, clients, other departments, and 3rd party providers.
• Communication; strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills; ability to present complex material.
• Independence & Collaboration; experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment; must be able to drive work effectively with limited supervision (at times) while representing department and executive management interests and concerns.
• Work Ethic; focus on continual development, performance, accountability, and self-motivation.
• Flexibility & Organization; adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities; proven ability to multi-task and efficiently manage time across competing activities/resources; able to effectively prioritize, execute tasks, and thrive in a high-pressure fast paced environment.
• Intellectual Curiosity; energized by learning new things and engaging across a wide range of issues; must have strong problem-solving skills; adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
• Driving Results; sets aggressive timelines and objectives to drive results, conveys a sense of urgency, and drives issues to closure; is a self-starter committed to achieving results and has a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
• Judgment: makes recommendations and decisions that balance a variety of factors (e.g., cost, risk, short-term vs. long-term impact) and are supported by a sound fact base to achieve an optimal outcome. Goes back to core values and key objectives when making decisions/recommendations.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Information Technology.  Ideal candidate may also possess an MBA/CFA and/or formal education in Finance focusing on Investment Management or Financial Engineering.

Base Salary Range

$135,000 - $160,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible to receive discretionary bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work arrangement.  The base salary offered will be commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as prior training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.