ITS EDW Operate Lead

Job Requisition ID: 38714 

• Great opportunity to work with decision makers at the world’s most innovative global consulting firm
• Flexible work arrangements – work in a way that suits you best!
• Learn from the best in the business

As the Operations Lead for our Enterprise Data Warehouse, you will oversee the end-to-end management and optimization of or Operate data platform engineering team. This role involves strategic planning, operational oversight, and team leadership to ensure our data warehouse is resilient, efficient, reliable, and scalable.

What will your typical day look like?

Key Responsibilities

• Data Warehouse Management: Oversee the daily operations of the Databricks data warehouse, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Management: Responsible for managing the 3rd level support team function for the Databricks data warehouse.
• Implement best practices for data management, including ETL processes, data storage, and retrieval.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategies for data integration, processing, and analytics that align with business objectives. Work closely with stakeholders to understand their data needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize data warehouse performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks. Implement enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Mentorship, and performance management. Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Data Governance: Enforce data governance policies to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including IT, business analysts, and external vendors, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Incident Management: Respond to and resolve data-related incidents; meeting SLA targets and ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

About the Team

The Information Technology Services (ITS) team is seeking to fill a position for an experienced Enterprise Data Warehouse Lead to oversee and manage the data platform engineering team. Deloitte and ITS are committed to providing a world class and innovative technology service on a national basis. The ITS EAS team is responsible for implementing, supporting, and delivering on a wide range of technology and applications for our internal Deloitte clients and serve external clients.

We see the importance of your perspective and your ability to create value. We want you to fit in - with an inclusive culture, focus on work-life fit and well-being, and a supportive, connected environment; but we also want you to stand out - with opportunities to have a strategic impact, innovate, and take the risks necessary to make your mark.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you.

You are someone who has experience with:

Required:

• Experience leading a 3rd level support team.
• ITIL experience/certification. 
• Technical Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering with a strong focus on the Azure ecosystem.
• Proficient in Azure Databricks, DBT, and Azure Data Factory.
• Azure Knowledge: Solid understanding of Azure services, including storage options, compute, networking, and security features.
• Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and familiarity with SQL for data manipulation and  analysis.
• Azure Fabric (Plus): Experience or knowledge of Azure Fabric is considered a plus, enhancing your ability to integrate new technologies into  existing frameworks.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications in  data engineering or Azure technologies preferred. 

Desired Personal Attributes 

• Innovative Mindset: Demonstrated ability to think creatively and propose new approaches to solving complex data challenges.
• Collaborative Spirit: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, embracing diverse perspectives and ideas.
• Problem Solver: Proactive approach to identifying issues and developing efficient solutions with a keen attention to detail.
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Leadership: Natural leader with the ability to inspire and motivate others, fostering a positive and productive team culture.

Why Deloitte? 

At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.  

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong. 

We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments.

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.

Next Steps 
Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now. 

By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.