Manager, Data Product

Description

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive business outcomes? As the Manager, Data Product at TELUS, you will lead strategic and operational efforts to manage data products that deliver critical business insights and operational efficiencies. This role is perfect for a dynamic professional who thrives at the intersection of data engineering, business strategy, and analytics.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge GCP tools and technologies
• Impactful Role: Play a key role in shaping data strategies that directly influence TELUS's success
• Collaborative Culture: Partner with diverse teams across the organization and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional Growth: Lead and mentor a talented team of data product owners and analysts

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Product Strategy and Development:
   • Craft and optimize scalable ETL pipelines using GCP tools like Dataflow and Cloud Data Fusion
   • Seamlessly integrate data from various sources into our GCP ecosystem, supporting both real-time and batch workflows
   • Transform raw data into actionable insights using BigQuery, Dataproc, and Dataflow
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Collaborate with data engineering, analytics, and business stakeholders to ensure data products meet user needs
   • Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business units, promoting transparency and clear communication
3. Data Product Lifecycle Management:
   • Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for data integration and processing initiatives
   • Oversee the entire lifecycle of data products, from conception to deployment and ongoing optimization
4. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
   • Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate emerging technologies into data products
   • Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and iterative improvement
5. Team Leadership and Development:
   • Mentor and develop a high-performing team of data engineers and analysts. Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and cultivate a collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field. Master's degree preferred
• Experience: 7+ years in data engineering, ETL, or data integration roles, with 3+ years in a managerial position leading teams of 5+ members. Hands-on experience with GCP services is essential
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and ETL processes. Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Attributes:
  • Strategic thinker with a bias for action
  • Adaptable to a fast-paced and evolving business environment. Passionate about leveraging data to drive business outcomes
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in BigQuery, Cloud Data Fusion, Dataflow, and Pub/Sub. Proficiency in SQL and programming languages like Python or Java
  • Familiarity with GCP IAM, security best practices, and cost optimization
• Leadership and Soft Skills:
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team
  • Strong analytical and communication skills to align technical solutions with business objectives

Why TELUS?

Be part of a forward-looking company that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. At TELUS, you'll have the opportunity to explore exciting career paths, work in an inclusive environment, and make a genuine impact on our business and customers.

Salary Range: $108-$162,000
Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 20%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

• Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
• Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
• Generous company-matched pension and share purchase programs
• Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
• Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
• And much more