Manager, Data Governance & Operations

Harley-Davidson•Milwaukee, WI

6d•$119,000 - $178,100•Onsite

About The Position

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is seeking a Manager, Data Operations to lead its data operations team and ensure data systems are efficient, reliable, and secure. The manager oversees the design, development, and management of the organization’s data platform infrastructure and develops and enforces data governance strategies and policies to promote data accuracy, security, and appropriate usage. The role partners with analysts, data governance leads, and business stakeholders to align platform capabilities with organizational goals and support reporting, analytics, and machine learning initiatives. It leads and develops data operations professionals, participates in the data governance council, and oversees projects, performance reporting, and the evaluation and implementation of data tools and platforms. Knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including Fabric, is applied to improve infrastructure and data processes where applicable. This is a full-time, onsite position in Juneau. It has direct reports, requires 0–10% travel, and is eligible for domestic relocation assistance. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship and transfer are not available. The listed pay range is $119,000–$178,100, with actual compensation dependent on geographic location and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
At least 8 years of experience in data operations, data governance, or data engineering.
At least 5 years of experience in a management role.
Strong expertise in data infrastructure, data governance, ETL/ELT processes, and database management.
Extensive experience developing and overseeing data governance practices across an organization, with a track record of building a highly functional Data Governance Council.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team and foster continuous improvement.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day data operations team activities to ensure data availability, reliability, and security for integration, storage, processing, and analytics.
Oversee the architecture, development, and maintenance of data platform infrastructure, ensuring availability, performance, and scalability.
Develop, implement, and enforce data governance frameworks, policies, and standards, including cataloging, lineage, quality, and stewardship processes.
Partner with analysts, data governance leads, and business stakeholders to align data platform capabilities with organizational goals and support reporting, analytics, and machine learning initiatives.
Lead within the data governance council to promote cross-functional alignment and effective data stewardship.
Lead, mentor, and develop data operations professionals and foster excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Provide training and support to team members.
Oversee data platform projects, delivering within scope, budget, and schedule while managing risks and addressing issues.
Generate and present regular reports on data platform performance, issues, and improvements to senior management.
Evaluate, select, and implement data tools and platforms aligned with the organization’s data strategy.
Apply knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including Fabric, to enhance data platform infrastructure and optimize data processes where applicable.