Senior Director of Analytics to lead data-driven initiatives for utility clients undergoing digital transformation.

Our utility sector client is looking for a Senior Director of Analytics to lead data-driven initiatives for utility clients undergoing digital transformation.

A permanent role (preferred) or a multi-year contract.

Fully remote across Canada.

Ability to travel to client sites throughout Canada and the U.S. (expenses covered by the client).

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams in delivering data analytics solutions tailored to client needs.
• Define and implement data strategies based on client requirements and data maturity levels.
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of the organization’s data infrastructure.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the impact of data initiatives.
• Stay updated with best practices in data management, analytics, and big data to enhance team capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior management to grow the data analytics practice within the organization.
• Manage and mentor product managers, data engineers, and BI developers.

Must Haves:

• 5-10 years of experience in similar role
• Proficient in product lifecycle management and agile methodologies.
• Deep knowledge of cloud-based analytics stacks
• Expertise in data architecture and infrastructure
• Understanding of data governance and compliance
• Proficiency in data modeling and database management
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of the Snowflake ecosystem
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field
• Experience managing and hiring scrum teams

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the electric utility industry is a big plus