A leading technology consulting firm is seeking a Data and Analytics Director & Practice Leader to drive the strategic direction of its data engineering, analytics, and business intelligence services. This hybrid role requires at least one in-office day per week in either of our East Coast or Mountain West locations, along with regular client site travel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead data & analytics consulting projects, maintaining ~50% billable client time.
• Define and implement the strategic direction of the data practice.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing expert guidance and innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with sales teams to drive business growth and expand service offerings.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing data team.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery within budget.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years in data engineering & analytics with experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and tools like Collibra, Informatica.
• Proven leadership experience in a consulting or analytics practice.
• Experience defining and bringing data service offerings to market.
• Strong Agile mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving.
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related field.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Snowflake, Databricks, ML/AI.
• Industry expertise in Financial Services or Retail.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $150,000 – $200,000 base salary + performance-based bonus.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match.
• Hybrid work model, trust-based time off, and professional development opportunities.

This role is ideal for a strategic leader with a blend of technical expertise, client management, and business growth experience who is eager to shape a growing data practice.