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DIRECTOR DATA AND PLATFORM ARCHITECTUREABOUT USG AND OUR DIGITAL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE JOURNEYUSG Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions highlighted by Sheetrock, Durock, and Securock Brands.Headquartered in Chicago, USG serves construction markets around the world through its Gypsum, Performance Materials and Ceilings divisions. Its wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing, and roofing products provide the solutions that enable customers to build outstanding spaces where people live, work, and play.USG is evolving its digital customer experience and translating the objective of being easiest to do business with into a sustainable technology roadmap. The digital transformation includes upgrading our technology stack, developing new digital platforms, and integrating a best-in-class eCommerce operating model to deliver exceptional customer experience from design planning to order delivery.ROLE SUMMARYThe Director Data and Platform Architecture team plays a crucial role in leading and overseeing the design, integration, and maintenance of USG’s data and platform architecture with an initial focus on customer experience technology. This leadership position is responsible for the future proof design of seamless dataflows across various platforms and aligning integration approaches with the overall enterprise architecture. The Tech Director will collaborate closely with the customer experience product teams and the rest of the USG businesses to understand their data requirements and design solutions that support informed decision-making, operational efficiency, and business growth.USG offers a hybrid workplace. The office location is Chicago, IL. Minimal travel may be required.DEFINITION OF THE TEAMThe Data and Platform Architecture team is a specialized unit within the organization that is responsible for providing cross-platform support and ensuring seamless dataflows across the organization. The team's primary responsibility is to design and maintain the integration approach that aligns with the overall enterprise architecture and product organizations. By doing so, it ensures that data is efficiently and securely integrated, processed, and made available for various business needs.This team fosters a robust data ecosystem that supports informed decision-making, enhances operational efficiency, and drives business growth through effective data management and analytics. The Data and Platform Architecture team collaborates closely with product teams to understand their data requirements and design solutions that meet those requirements effectively. The team's work is critical to the success of the organization, as it enables data-driven decision-making and supports the overall business strategy.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES· Strategic thought leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Data and Platform Architecture team, ensuring alignment between the organization's enterprise architecture and USG’s business goals· Data architecture design: Oversee the future proof design and development of data models and platform architectures that support cross-platform dataflows and integration· Business intelligence: Upgrade and oversee the data and reporting architecture at USG· Integration management: Ensure efficient and secure integration of data across various platforms, aligning with enterprise architecture standards and best practices· Collaboration and communication: Work closely with product teams to understand their data requirements and design solutions that meet those requirements effectively· Governance and security: Implement and enforce data governance policies and practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance· Performance monitoring: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to data integration and platform architecture, ensuring continuous improvement· Technology evaluation: Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance the data architecture and integration capabilities· Team development: Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning· Stakeholder engagement: Engage with senior leadership and other stakeholders to communicate the benefits, progress, and strategic direction of data architecture initiatives· Project management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of data architecture projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget*Midpoint may be adjusted based on the skills and qualifications of the selected candidate.KEY QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field· Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s or Ph.D.) in a relevant field is preferred· 10+ years of experience in a leadership role within data architecture, data integration, or a related fieldRequired Skills· Strong understanding of data modeling, database design, and data integration best practices· Excellent knowledge of enterprise architecture principles and practices· Proficiency in data integration tools and technologies (e.g., ETL tools, data lakes, data warehouses)· Proficiency in API management· Strong project management skills, with experience in overseeing complex data architecture projects· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders· Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement· Experience in developing and tracking KPIs related to data architecture and integration· Experience with Agile development methodologiesPreferred Skills· Advanced proficiency in specific data modeling and integration tools (e.g., ER/Studio, Informatica, Talend)· Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and real-time data processing· Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance related to data managementRate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.EOE including disability/veteran
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