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Enterprise Data Management & Products (EDMP), a key part of our Technology organization, focuses on delivering data products that fuel business growth and unlock value, while also shaping robust data management strategies and governance solutions.  Our aim is to propel growth, unlock potential, enhance efficiency, manage risk, and foster talent.  By prioritizing enterprise growth across all sectors, we create solutions that enhance satisfaction and value, streamline operations for scalability, and maintain trust and security.

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We are seeking a strategic senior data leader Director of Cloud Analytics for developing and implementing the strategic direction for cloud-based analytics. This role is critical in driving scalable, cost-effective, and high-impact analytics solutions using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) — with a strong emphasis on Big Query.  As a key partner to Cloud Engineering, Data Science, and Business Intelligence teams, you will define and implement the foundation for analytics innovation, performance optimization, and data-driven decision-making across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the enterprise-wide transition to a cloud analytics model using native GCP services, with Big Query as the central data warehouse.

• Design, build, and scale analytics solutions that leverage GCP tools such as Big Query, Cloud Notebooks, Pub/Sub, and Dataflow.

• Drive optimization of cloud data pipelines and analytical workloads for performance, cost, and sustainability.

• Develop a roadmap for advanced analytics aligned with business objectives. Partner with Cloud Engineering, Data Governance, and Security teams to ensure architecture meets enterprise standards.

• Promote best practices for data architecture, metadata management, and operational excellence in cloud analytics.

• Oversee migration of legacy data assets and gold datasets to cloud-native platforms, ensuring continuity and minimal disruption.

• Champion a modern data stack and democratization of analytics through scalable platforms and reusable components.

• Provide thought leadership on the evolving cloud data landscape and emerging tools in AI/ML analytics

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; experience in the convenience retail and/or hospitality industry preferred.

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in data analytics, cloud computing, and application development

• Minimum 2+ years of technical experience in Google Cloud and data analytics tools and technologies

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams. Prior people leadership experience preferred.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex data concepts for business stakeholders.

Salary Range: $150,000.00 to $225,000.00 annually + bonus + equity (if applicable) + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries 

• Bonus incentives 

• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan 

• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits 

• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 

• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy 

• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) 

• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program 

• Career development and training opportunities