Engine Data Leader

We are seeking a skilled and strategic Data and Analytics Executive to lead our data initiatives and build a high-performing data team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in developing data teams, data architecture, analytics, and a strong ability to align data priorities with business goals. This role is essential in driving data-driven decision-making across the organization and ensuring that our data landscape serves our business objectives effectively. Key Responsibilities: 1. Team Building and Mentorship: Recruit, develop, and mentor a talented team of data professionals, including engineers, business analysts, data product managers, and visualization experts. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team. Establish clear performance metrics and career development pathways for team members. 2. Goal Prioritization Based on Business Value: Collaborate with business teams to define and prioritize data and analytics initiatives that align with overall business strategy. Assess the potential business impact of various data projects to inform prioritization and resource allocation. Communicate project goals and progress to stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency. 3. Design and Architecture of Data Landscape: Own the design and execution of the organization s data architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and accessibility. Evaluate and implement modern data technologies and frameworks that support business objectives. Collaborate with the Data Governance team and implement practices to maintain data quality, privacy, and compliance. 4. Development of Certified Data Products: Lead the development and deployment of data products that are reliable, scalable, and meet the needs of end users. Collaborate with product teams to identify opportunities for new data product development and enhancement. Establish testing and certification processes to validate data products effectiveness and reliability. 5. Ensuring Data Infrastructure Meets Business Requirements: Assess the organizations data infrastructure and identify opportunities for improvement to meet evolving business needs. Ensure that data pipelines, storage solutions, and analytics tools effectively support data integration and analysis. Monitor and improve the performance of data systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Required Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in computer science, Statistics, or a related field. Masters degree preferred. 15+ years of IT experience with a proven track record in building data teams with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Ability to build and lead high-performing teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of data architecture, data governance, and analytics technologies. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.