Enterprise Data Architect (IT Manager)

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals.

At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

Unit Lead - Data Strategy, Architecture and Governance is responsible for developing strategies and architecture that enable translation of raw data into valuable business insights while developing and managing metadata, data & analytics governance functions. Unit Lead will also provide strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to integrate AI technologies that will drive high performance and quality across the organization.

Key Accountabilities

Business Alignment: Collaborate with stakeholders to comprehend business goals and align data initiatives accordingly.

Data Strategy and Planning: Create data analysis strategies that provide actionable insights. Define company-wide metrics and identify relevant data sources.

Data Governance and Architecture: Implement data governance practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance. Oversee data architecture, including designing and maintaining data models and metadata. Managing the data inventory and data catalog for the enterprise.

Data & Analytics Technology Planning and POC/POTs: Proactively evaluate and choose appropriate data and analytics tools and technologies. Configure and deploy solutions to extract meaningful information from data (Metadata and Data Catalog related or POCs).

Team Development: Mentor and guide data analysts/architects in their work. Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.

Metrics and Reporting: Extract reports from various sources (e.g., operations, IT, customer feedback). Develop dashboards and visualizations for effective communication.

Integration of AI: Stay informed about AI trends and advancements. Identify opportunities to incorporate AI into data processes and decision-making

Industry Knowledge and Continuous Learning: Apply industry expertise to interpret data and improve performance. Keep abreast of industry news, trends, and best practices.

Workstyle

Hybrid: In-person 2 to 3 days per workweek, at the local office at Torrance, CA.

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Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Qualifying candidate must be a US person.

Educational qualification:

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics or a Related Quantitative Field.

Other qualifications:

10 years experience in Data and Analytics Domain. Preferably as a Data Architect,

Data Governance Analyst, DBA or Data Scientist Solid background in Data Analysis and Reporting (Automotive Industry experience a plus)

Knowledge of tools such as ERWIN, Informatica, Excel, Python, R, SQL. and familiarity with Business Intelligence platforms (e.g. Tableau, Business Objects, QLIK, SAS, Power BI)

Proficiency and experience with Cloud Data Management and Analytics Solutions.

Experience developing and managing policies, guidelines and best practices

Strong communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams

Excellent communications skills and the ability to convey complex insights effectively

Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving aptitude

Familiarity with Data Privacy, SOX and other compliance related Data Governance activities

Benefits and Total Rewards

Total Rewards:

Competitive base salary.

Manager Vehicle Lease Program

Annual Bonus

Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, and personal days

401(K) Plan with company match + additional contribution

Career Growth:

Advancement opportunities

Career mobility

Education reimbursement for continued learning

Training and Development programs

Additional Offerings:

Well-being program

Annual lifestyle bonus: $1K

Relocation assistance.

Community service and engagement programs

Product programs

Free drinks onsite

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.