Principal Consultant, Data Strategist

Join to apply for the Principal Consultant, Data Strategist role at Thoughtworks1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Principal Consultant, Data Strategist role at ThoughtworksGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Principal data strategists at Thoughtworks are experienced consultants who work with clients to create winning data solutions that meet business goals. They play a pivotal role in developing modern data architecture approaches that directly address our clients'' key business objectives. Their responsibilities span from conducting in-depth reviews of current data and technology strategy and coming up with targeted data strategy, guiding clients to unlock the full potential of data and providing high-level road-maps.This role entails a mix of advisory responsibilities in data strategy and governance, coupled with a solid delivery lead role and a breadth of data and AI ecosystem expertise.Job responsibilitiesYou will collaborate closely with clients to understand their business ecosystem and goals, and leverage this understanding to co-create data and technology strategies aligned with their objectives.You will help define a clear vision for the client enterprise to become data-driven and aligned with the overall business strategy.You will also consult on complex data programs, providing technical leadership and guidance as a data subject matter expert.You will lead and interact with clients across various domains, addressing a spectrum of challenging problems, and collaborate with sales to turn them into viable solutions.You will leverage your expertise to act as a translator between business, data and IT, and communicate data strategy to senior client stakeholders, including C-level.You will own the creation of end-to-end viable data solutions keeping in mind long-term impacts and overseeing program inceptions for new product development.You will be responsible for formulating data governance strategies addressing security, privacy and compliance requirements.You will enable capability building in data strategy and governance, growing the next generation of data strategists.You will create differentiated assets in data strategy and governance to take to market.You will represent Thoughtworks in various online and offline forums, including events and conferences.Job QualificationsTechnical SkillsYou have extensive experience as a consultant, with a proven track record of creating data strategy and solutions that drive business value.You have solid experience with data platforms and technologies.You have experience in providing advisory and consultative guidance for clients and cross-delivery teams.You have experience in engaging with C-level stakeholders to influence and enable the operationalization of an enterprise-wide data strategy.You have demonstrated leadership abilities, with the capacity to lead technical teams and drive projects to successful completion.You are flexible and adaptable to work on a variety of projects, leveraging technical expertise and leadership skills to maximize impact.You have a track record of ensuring proper data governance policies, including data lineage, quality checks and classification.You are familiar with AI and ML use cases and landscapes to influence the build of the right solutions to harness insights from data.You have experience in building high-level solution frameworks, leveraging various paradigms such as data-as-a-product, federated governance, et al, where needed.You have experience with data governance, data security and data privacy supporting business requirements.Professional SkillsYou understand the importance of stakeholder management and can easily liaise between clients and other key stakeholders throughout projects, ensuring buy-in and gaining trust along the way.You are resilient in ambiguous situations and can adapt your role to approach challenges from multiple perspectives.You dont shy away from risks or conflicts, instead you take them on and skillfully manage them.You coach, mentor and motivate others and you aspire to influence teammates to take positive action and accountability for their work.You enjoy influencing others and always advocate for technical excellence while being open to change when needed.Cultivating strong partnerships comes naturally to you; You understand the importance of relationship building and how it can bring new opportunities to our business.Other things to knowLearning & DevelopmentThere is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.Commitment to Disability InclusionThoughtworks are committed to being an inclusive & accessible workplace employer of choice for all including those living with disability.What''s on offerOur goal is equip you with career defining experiences, to help you grow professionally and personally, and to foster a community where you feel you belong. We''re committed to making Thoughtworks an employer of choice, and we offer a wide variety of benefits to support the team''s advancement, their health and their wellbeing. If you''re ready to find your home at Thoughtworks, click to apply now (even if you don''t feel like you tick all the boxes)!About ThoughtworksThoughtworks is a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive digital innovation. For 30+ years, our clients have trusted our autonomous teams to build solutions that look past the obvious. Here, computer science grads come together with seasoned technologists, self-taught developers, midlife career changers and more to learn from and challenge each other. Career journeys flourish with the strength of our cultivation culture, which has won numerous awards around the world.Join Thoughtworks and thrive. 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