What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Data and Analytics position at Landry's?
Overview
The Director of Data and Analytics will be instrumental in shaping the company's data strategy and driving innovation. This role demands a robust technical proficiency in Azure Databricks with substantial platform-level experience. The director will oversee a team of data professionals, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, and ensuring the efficient delivery and stability of data and analytic platforms.
Responsibilities
The Director of Data and Analytics will be instrumental in shaping the company's data strategy and driving innovation. This role demands a robust technical proficiency in Azure Databricks with substantial platform-level experience. The director will oversee a team of data professionals, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, and ensuring the efficient delivery and stability of data and analytic platforms.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with business objectives to foster growth and innovation.
- Data Platform Management: Ensure the efficient operation and stability of data platforms, particularly Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric, to support business needs.
- Data Quality Assurance: Implement processes and tools to maintain data accuracy, integrity, and security across all systems.
- Solution Delivery: Oversee the delivery of data solutions that meet the needs of various business units, ensuring timely and effective implementation.
- Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of data operations.
- Industry Awareness: Stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in data technology and strategy, applying best practices to enhance data operations.
- Team Mentorship: Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
- Leadership: Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, leading by example and promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Data Governance: Develop and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to enhance data operations and strategy.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- 8 years of experience in development and delivery of data engineering, data management, data governance, and data strategy.
- 8 years of leadership experience leading direct or indirect teams.
- 5 years of recent hands-on experience with SQL, Python, Power BI
- Strong expertise in Azure Databricks, Snowflake, or other cloud based warehousing technologies. Platform-level experience is a plus.
- Full understanding and experience in the delivery of data products, including data ingestion, data warehousing, data governance, reporting and analytics.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing data strategies.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Experience in the hospitality, restaurant, or entertainment industry is a plus.
