Sr. Director, Data Architecture and Engineering

Job Overview

As the Senior Director of Data Architecture and Engineering, you will lead transformative initiatives to build scalable, enterprise-grade data platforms and pipelines, empowering our EDA organization to provide actionable insights that deliver innovative shopping experiences for our customers. Reporting to the SVP of Enterprise Data & Analytics, this role is pivotal in shaping the organization's overall data strategy, fostering a culture of innovation, and making a direct impact to the business.

What You Will Do

Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, inspire, and mentor a high-performing team of data engineers and architects. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities

Data Strategy & Architecture: Define and implement a comprehensive data architecture strategy that aligns with Macy's business objectives, supports advanced analytics initiatives, and ensures data quality, efficiency, and adherence to data standards.

Data Pipeline Development: Oversee the design, development, and optimization of robust and scalable data pipelines to ensure efficient data acquisition, processing, and delivery.

Data Quality: Collaborate with Data Governance teams to establish and enforce data quality standards, ensuring data integrity and compliance with security and privacy regulations.

Stakeholder Partnership: Build strong relationships with business stakeholders, Data Science teams, Business Intelligence teams, and technology partners to understand their data needs and deliver solutions that drive business value.

Technology Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging data technologies and trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and approaches to enhance Macy's data capabilities.

Data Expertise & Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert on data architecture, engineering, and best practices for business leaders and technical teams.

Financial Management: Effectively manage team resources and budgets, ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational goals.

Skills You Will Need

Executive Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on proactively engaging executive stakeholders, understanding their challenges, and translating business needs into technical solutions.

Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of data engineering principles and best practices. Expertise in GCP cloud technologies (BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, etc.), data pipelines, enterprise data warehousing, and large-scale data transformations.

Ownership Mentality: Takes full ownership and accountability for project success and the continuous improvement of data engineering processes and operating models.

Who You Are

• 12+ years of progressive experience in a scaled, shared-service Enterprise Data Analytics organization with at least 5 years of people leadership experience.

• Leader with a passion for data and analytics who can build credibility and rally the organization around a clear, common data vision.

• Track record of success influencing executive stakeholders and being a trusted business partner.

• An ongoing learner that influences others to think innovatively.

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.

• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

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