GFT Technologies · 1 day ago
Data Lead - Technology Consulting - 130273
New York, NY, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$190K/yr - $200K/yrGFT Technologies is a global technology consulting firm that partners with leading financial institutions to deliver innovative digital solutions. As Data Lead, you will spearhead data strategy and execution for GFT’s consulting engagements, enabling clients to harness data for transformation and ensuring governance, integrity, and advanced analytics capabilities across projects.
Big DataFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyIT ManagementSoftware
Responsibilities
Define and implement enterprise data strategies aligned with client objectives
Design scalable architectures for cloud and hybrid environments
Establish governance frameworks and ensure adherence to regulatory standards (GDPR, CCPA)
Maintain data quality, security, and lifecycle management
Lead advanced analytics initiatives, including AI/ML integration
Translate complex datasets into actionable insights for business leaders
Mentor and manage data engineers, analysts, and consultants
Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
Serve as a trusted advisor for data-related decisions
Present strategies and outcomes to senior stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Proven hands-on experience delivering end-to-end data and analytics solutions in client-facing environments
Experience working with at least one major cloud platform: AWS, Azure, or GCP
Hands-on expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and/or Pulumi
Expert-level SQL proficiency
Strong working knowledge of Python and Spark for data processing and analytics
Hands-on experience with modern cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or BigQuery
Solid understanding of ETL/ELT design patterns, including data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration
Experience using modern data engineering tools such as dbt and Airflow
Experience building dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI or Tableau
Preferred
Experience working in multi-cloud environments
Hands-on experience with data integration tools such as Fivetran or Airbyte
Exposure to Machine Learning fundamentals
Experience with Generative AI solutions, including RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
Hands-on experience with Vector Databases
Experience using Looker, Sigma, or Streamlit, especially for rapid Proofs of Concept (PoCs)
Prior involvement in R&D initiatives or pre-sales activities, including client demos and technical discovery
Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, vision and others
Excellent Company Culture with Individual Development Plans to map out your career growth
Professional Development Training
Opportunity to work in a global environment with diverse teams built with colleagues from around the world
Opportunity to work with technology industry leaders in the financial services environment
Opportunity to work for big name clients in capital markets, banking and other industries
Company
GFT Technologies
GFT develops, implements and maintains customized IT solutions and enables financial institutes to quickly and securely.
Founded in 1987
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marco Santos
Global CEO
Joan Carles Fonoll
COO, Member of the Executive Board
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