Movate - Practice Head - Data Management (20-25 yrs)

Job Title : Practice Head - Data

Location : Bangalore

Experience : 20+yrs

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership and Strategy :

- Develop and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the data practice, aligning with business goals and client needs.

- Lead the practices growth initiatives, ensuring high-quality service delivery across a range of data services

(Data Engineering, Data Science, Analytics, AI/ML, Data Governance, etc.).

- Set clear objectives and KPIs for the practice, ensuring alignment with overall organizational objectives.

Team Management and Development :

- Lead and mentor a diverse team of data engineers, scientists, analysts, and other specialists, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

- Oversee recruitment, training, and career development for team members.

- Provide thought leadership and contribute to skill development in emerging technologies and methodologies.

Client Engagement and Delivery :

- Drive client engagement by understanding business needs, defining data strategies, and delivering solutions that meet client expectations.

- Oversee end-to-end project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within

budget.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.

Business Development and Growth :

- Develop and manage the P&L of the data practice, driving revenue and ensuring profitable growth.

- Identify new business opportunities, lead proposal development, and present solutions to prospective

clients.

- Work closely with sales and marketing teams to promote the data practice and position the company as a

thought leader in the data space.

Innovation and Technology :

- Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data management, AI/ML, and

analytics.

- Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as cloud platforms, big data solutions, and machine

learning frameworks.

Governance and Compliance :

o Ensure data governance, privacy, and compliance standards are met across all projects.

o Implement data security measures and ensure compliance with relevant regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, etc.

Qualifications and Skills :

- Education : Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

- A Masters degree or higher is preferred.

Experience :

- 10+ years of experience in the data domain with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing large teams

and complex data-driven projects.

- Proven track record in managing large-scale data initiatives, including AI/ML, data engineering, business

intelligence, and analytics.

- Strong understanding of data architecture, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), data governance, and data privacy regulations.

Skills :

- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Exceptional strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.

- Ability to drive business growth, build strong client relationships, and manage financial targets.

- Hands-on experience with modern data tools and technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and machine learning frameworks.

Certifications : Relevant certifications in data management, cloud platforms, or AI/ML are a plus.