JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a visionary VP of Data Technology to lead our Data Engineering organization. This leadership role is responsible for establishing a high-performance team, fostering a data-driven culture, and ensuring the successful launch and refinement of products. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of building dynamic teams and delivering scalable products, with a passion for inspiring excellence, collaboration, and innovation in addressing financial service needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Build and lead the Data Engineering organization, fostering career development and performance management for engineers and architects.
- Identify and develop the next level of leadership within the organization.
- Oversee technical strategy and architecture for data integration, warehousing, and reporting.
- Collaborate with various teams to understand specific data requirements and analytics needs.
- Architect and manage comprehensive data management strategies, ensuring cohesive data storage, modeling, and integration.
- Drive data governance and security processes, establishing best practices for data management.
- Oversee Data Operations and Engineering teams, maintaining data pipelines, stores, models, and integration services.
- Lead hiring, performance management, and compensation evaluations for team members.
- Collaborate with leadership to refine career growth and succession plans.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior experience in a fast-growing organization, with a successful track record of leading and scaling engineering organizations.
- Exceptional leadership skills with a strong ability to grow, develop, and retain top talent.
- Deep understanding of development processes, methodologies, and significant experience with industry-standard platforms and tools (e.g., AWS, Snowflake, Qlik, Tableau).
- Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in technology organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to build trust, empathy, and challenge teams to excel.
- Proven experience in aligning organizational goals, strategies, and objectives across different departments.
- Exceptional communication skills, comfortable presenting to both business and technical executives.
OPPORTUNITY DETAILS:
This role offers the unique opportunity to lead our Data Engineering organization, shaping the future of data technology within our company. As the VP of Data Technology, you will be at the forefront of developing a team culture that prioritizes excellence, collaboration, and innovation. You will play a pivotal role in driving data-driven decisions across business lines, managing our data ecosystem, and ensuring the strategic use of data. Join us in this exciting journey to transform our data capabilities and help us achieve our mission of providing exceptional financial services.
ABOUT CURATE:
At Curate Partners, we are not just a staffing agency; we are a bridge to innovation in the digital and data transformation landscape. Our mission is to match dynamic organizations with the ‘Purple Squirrels’ of the talent world—those rare, innovative drivers with unique skills that catalyze change and propel transformation journeys. With a focus on specialized talent, we empower companies and individuals alike to achieve groundbreaking success in their respective fields. Join us, and become part of a purpose-driven team committed to making a measurable impact while advancing your career alongside the most sought-after professionals in the industry.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Curate Partners and their clients are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace the unique contributions that each ‘Purple Squirrel’ brings to our team, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, or religious belief. We believe that our strength lies in our diversity and in our unified pursuit of innovation, excellence, and transformative success. We are dedicated to providing an environment where all employees and consultants feel valued, included, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workspace where every ‘Purple Squirrel’ can thrive.
FAQ:
- Q: What are the primary responsibilities as VP of Data Technology?
- A: Primary responsibilities include building and leading the Data Engineering organization, overseeing technical strategy and architecture, collaborating with various teams, driving data governance processes, and leading hiring and performance management.
- Q: What qualifications are required for position – VP of Data Technology?
- A: Required qualifications include prior experience in a fast-growing organization, exceptional leadership skills, deep understanding of development processes and methodologies, minimum 7 years of leadership experience in technology organizations, and exceptional communication skills.
- Q: What opportunities does VP of Data Technology role offer?
- A: This role offers the opportunity to lead the Data Engineering organization, shape the future of data technology, drive data-driven decisions, and contribute to the strategic use of data in providing exceptional financial services. Join us to be part of an exciting journey in transforming our data capabilities.