Director of Data Platforms

7 days ago

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States BCforward Full time

BCforward is hiring a Director of Data Platforms to work hybrid in Indianapolis, IN

Director of Data Platforms (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid)

Duration: 1/5/2026 – 6/30/2026 (Contract-to-Hire)

Role Overview

The Director of Data Platforms partners closely with the Chief Data Officer and enterprise leaders to drive the transformation of data ecosystem. This role owns the
data platform strategy and execution roadmap
, ensuring associates across the enterprise have access to high-quality, usable, and trusted data to support business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a
    strategic thought leader
    , aligning data and IT initiatives with enterprise business priorities
  • Define and provide technical direction for
    data architecture
    , including:
  • Data at rest (warehousing/lakehouse)
  • Data in motion (integration, streaming)
  • Data exposure and consumption (analytics, reporting, APIs)
  • Lead and support
    data modernization initiatives
    , maximizing value from cloud-based platforms
  • Champion
    agile delivery and change initiatives
    , fostering transparency, speed, quality, and innovation
  • Manage and guide teams of consultants across initiatives of varying scope and complexity
  • Facilitate executive-level discussions, workshops, and decision-making sessions

Required Experience & Skills

  • Proven experience implementing and scaling
    Snowflake
    as an enterprise data platform
  • Deep expertise with
    Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC)
  • Strong background leading
    data-centric modernization programs
  • Excellent
    analytical, presentation, and executive communication
    skills
  • Demonstrated
    project management
    , problem-solving, and relationship management capabilities
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leaders and executive stakeholders

Ideal Profile

A senior data leader who blends
hands-on technical depth
with
strategic vision
, capable of translating enterprise business needs into a scalable, modern data platform while leading teams and influencing at the executive level.

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