Manager, Data Operations

Harley-Davidson•Milwaukee, WI

5d•$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 that data systems are efficient, reliable, and secure. The role oversees the design, development, and management of the organization’s data platform infrastructure, as well as the development and enforcement of data governance strategies and policies to support data accuracy, security, and appropriate use. The manager leads day-to-day data operations, platform infrastructure and governance, and related projects. They collaborate with analysts, data governance leads, and business stakeholders to align platform capabilities with organizational goals and support reporting, analytics, and machine learning initiatives. The role also leads and develops team members, evaluates data tools, reports platform performance to senior management, and applies Microsoft Azure knowledge, including Fabric, to improve the platform and data processes. This is an onsite, full-time position in Juneau with direct reports and 0–10% required travel.

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 organization-wide data governance practices, 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.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day data operations 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, fostering excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Provide training and support to team members.
Oversee data platform projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and budget, and managing risks and issues.
Prepare and present regular reports on data platform performance, issues, and improvements to senior management.
Evaluate, select, and implement data tools and platforms that align with the organization’s data strategy.
Apply knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including Fabric, to enhance data platform infrastructure and optimize data processes where applicable.