Data Strategy Manager - Transformation (10-15 yrs)

Data Strategy Manager

Exp- 10+ years

Work location-Bangalore/Hyderabad

Female Candidates only

1. Data Strategy Development

- Develop comprehensive data strategy that align with clients' business goals, utilizing cloud/ non-cloud technologies for effective data management, storage, and analytics.

- Conduct data maturity assessments and gap analysis to gain a comprehensive understanding of the organization's data landscape and identify areas for improvement and growth.

2. Data Architecture design

- In-depth knowledge of data engineering principles and best practices.

- Ability to design and optimize data storage and processing solutions for scalability and performance.

- Expertise in integrating disparate data sources and systems.

- Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.

3. Data Management and Governance:

- Develop data governance frameworks and policies to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry best practices.

- Thorough understanding of data lifecycle management and data retention policies to effectively manage data throughout its lifecycle.

- Familiarity with master data management concepts and practices to maintain accurate and consistent data across the organization.

4. Data Security and Compliance:

- Understanding of data security principles, best practices, and industry standards.

- Proven experience in assessing data security measures and implementing appropriate security controls as part of design.

- Knowledge of data security techniques, including data encryption, access controls and data masking.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate should possess a strong understanding of data architecture and engineering practices -

- Conduct thorough research and analysis of the client's data landscape, leading data initiatives, and designing secure and cost-effective data environments.

- Develop a comprehensive data strategy that includes a business case and roadmap aligned with the client's business goals, leveraging cloud technologies for data management, storage, and analytics.

- Design scalable and secure cloud data architectures, considering factors such as data ingestion, storage, processing, and analytics requirements.

- Stay updated with the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in cloud data management and analytics, and share knowledge with clients and internal teams.

- Facilitate workshops, interviews, and meetings with key stakeholders to gather information and insights about data needs and requirements and integrate with legacy systems.

- Support RFP and proposal response building. Work on firm reinvestment activities and support thought leadership in the field of data strategy.

- Present findings, recommendations, and implementation plans to clients in a clear and persuasive manner, ensuring data security solution design and compliance.

- Provide guidance and support during the implementation phase, working closely with client teams to ensure the successful execution of the data strategy.

Requirements

Technical Skills

- 10+ years of experience as a Data strategy consultant, in assessing, designing and delivering data solutions.

- Demonstrated experience in data design patterns, architecture best practices, cost optimizations, delivering purpose-built data solutions.

- Experience with core data services, including storage, databases, applications, and data analytics services.

- Familiarity with cloud-based data storage and processing technologies, such as data lakes, data warehouses, and serverless computing.

- Experience with data migration and integration projects, including ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, data pipelines and data mapping.

- Strong understanding of data management principles, including data governance, data quality, data integration, and data security.

- Deep understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies in the field of data strategy, with the ability to apply them to drive innovation and improve business outcomes.

- Experience in preparing cost estimation for data solutions.

Soft skills

- Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset.

- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.

- Experience working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders from various departments to gather requirements and define data strategy objectives.

- Proficiency in using various analytical tools and software, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools.

- Ability to develop the approach, pricing, and team structure for proposals.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

- Demonstrated expertise in successfully delivering data strategy projects

- Relevant certifications in cloud platforms and data management (e.g., AWS Certified Big Data - Specialty, Google Cloud Certified - Data Engineer) are highly desirable.