Head – Data Engineering & Cloud Initiatives
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Note - Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder (no Visa sponsorship available).
Work Type: Full-Time | Onsite/Hybrid/Remote (USA only) | Permanent
Compensation: USD 180,000 – 220,000 annually + 30% Bonus
Hours: Standard Business Hours (EST or PST)
Notice Period: Max 1 Month (Immediate joiners preferred)
Job Overview
We are seeking a seasoned AVP – Data & Cloud Transformation professional to lead strategic initiatives that help clients adopt and scale modern data platforms and cloud technologies. This is a leadership role requiring deep technical expertise, business acumen, and a hands-on approach to delivering client-facing solutions.
Must-Have Skills
Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering (Databricks, Snowflake, SQL, Python)
Proven expertise in cloud transformation (AWS, Azure), modernization strategy, and architecture
Experience in pre-sales and client solutioning, especially for large enterprises
Strong background in solution architecture and technical leadership
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Education from premier institutions preferred
Candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card Holders only
Key Responsibilities
Lead data and cloud transformation strategies with clear business outcomes
Engage CXOs to define roadmaps and present business cases
Support pre-sales via workshops, proposals, and RFPs
Provide hands-on guidance on AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks, Snowflake, SQL, Python
Create technical content and stay updated on data/cloud trends
Align pre-sales with delivery and improve internal processes
Mentor junior team members and encourage knowledge sharing
Manage client relationships and drive upsell opportunities
Note
Job stability and consistent career progression are essential.
Candidates can be based anywhere in the USA; remote work allowed if not located near office locations (Dallas, NJ, Santa Clara).
Interview Rounds: 4 (Technical, Architecture, 2 Leadership Rounds)
Seniority level Seniority level Executive
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Software Development
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- Location:
- Santa Clara, CA, United States
- Salary:
- $200,000 - $250,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineering