Senior Manager - Data Engineering-Data Architecture

Bristlecone Inc. is establishing a comprehensive data governance and master data management (MDM) capability from the ground up. As Senior Manager – Data Engineering & Data Architecture, you will design the enterprise data architecture, define the governance operating model, and lead a cross‑functional team to ensure data quality, stewardship, and compliance across the organization. This role blends strategic vision with hands‑on execution to turn data governance concepts into measurable, sustainable outcomes.

• Design and evolve the enterprise data architecture aligned with business objectives and technology standards.
• Define and implement the data governance operating model, including decision rights, policies, and procedures.
• Establish a data stewardship framework and recruit/coach data stewards across business domains.
• Develop and execute a Master Data Management (MDM) strategy to create and maintain clean, trusted master data.
• Create data quality metrics, monitoring processes, and remediation workflows to ensure ongoing data integrity.
• Lead a team of data engineers, architects, and analysts, providing mentorship and performance management.
• Collaborate with business leaders, IT, and compliance teams to align data initiatives with regulatory requirements.
• Implement data cataloging, lineage, and metadata management tools to improve data discoverability.
• Drive adoption of data governance best practices through training, communication, and change management.
• Report on governance program progress, KPIs, and ROI to senior leadership.

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering, architecture, and data management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record building and scaling data governance and MDM programs in large enterprises.
• Deep knowledge of data modeling, data warehousing, and cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation) and MDM solutions (e.g., Informatica, Reltio).
• Strong understanding of data quality frameworks, metrics, and remediation techniques.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to work with senior business and technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to define operating models, policies, and stewardship structures.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CDMP, DAMA, or cloud architecture credentials are a plus.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach, capable of delivering results in fast‑paced environments.