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As the VP, Business Information Architect at Synchrony, your role involves supporting the design, development, and operational execution of curated datasets, data taxonomies, and data domain products to contribute to the organization's business, data, and analytics strategy. You will work closely with the VP, Business Information Architect leader, Data Architects, Data Engineers, Business Leaders, and IT teams to implement data architecture frameworks and ensure the delivery of high-quality data assets. Here are your key responsibilities: - Partner with the VP, Business Information Architect Leader to operationalize information architecture strategies and create curated data products. - Lead cross-functional teams in delivering components of the curated data ecosystem aligned to business needs. - Translate complex business requirements into functional data design specifications and drive agile delivery processes. - Maintain metadata catalogs and ensure adherence to data quality, security, and compliance standards. - Facilitate collaboration across business, analytics, and IT stakeholders to ensure data usability and accessibility. - Provide people leadership within the Data Office, including setting goals, coaching, supporting career development, and maintaining a performance-focused team culture. - Mentor and develop talent within the team to strengthen architectural and analytical capabilities. - Help prepare executive communications and presentations to report on program status, risks, and value delivery. - Participate in special projects and emerging data initiatives as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business, or related field preferred. - Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in data architecture, business intelligence, or analytics leadership roles. - Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Redshift) and SQL proficiency. - Strong communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills in matrix organizations. - Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines. Desired Characteristics: - Understanding of financial services, banking, credit, risk, marketing, or regulatory compliance domains. - Familiarity with tools such as Collibra, Ab Initio, or ER/Studio is beneficial. - Experience architecting cloud-centric technical solutions leveraging IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS capabilities. - Strong skills in MS Office Suite, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Visio. - Exceptional relationship management and influencing skills in complex organizations. - Capability to lead architectural initiatives involving digital, cloud, and open-source technologies. The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. The work timings are suggested to be from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST with flexibility offered in Synchrony India. As an internal applicant, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and discuss with your Manager or HRM before applying. Grade/Level: 12 Job Family Group: Information Technology As the VP, Business Information Architect at Synchrony, your role involves supporting the design, development, and operational execution of curated datasets, data taxonomies, and data domain products to contribute to the organization's business, data, and analytics strategy. You will work closely with the VP, Business Information Architect leader, Data Architects, Data Engineers, Business Leaders, and IT teams to implement data architecture frameworks and ensure the delivery of high-quality data assets. Here are your key responsibilities: - Partner with the VP, Business Information Architect Leader to operationalize information architecture strategies and create curated data products. - Lead cross-functional teams in delivering components of the curated data ecosystem aligned to business needs. - Translate complex business requirements into functional data design specifications and drive agile delivery processes. - Maintain metadata catalogs and ensure adherence to data quality, security, and compliance standards. - Facilitate collaboration across business, analytics, and IT stakeholders to ensure data usability and accessibility. - Provide people leadership within the Data Office, including setting goals, coaching, supporting career development, and maintaining a performance-focused team culture. - Mentor and develop talent within the team to strengthen architectural and analytical capabilities. - Help prepare executive communications and presentations to report on program status, risks, and value delivery. - Participate in special projects and emerging data initiatives as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business, or related field preferr
