IT Manager III
Corporate Offices - Auburn Hills United States
Alternate Title: Senior Data Architect
Description:
Position Summary:
Manage Information Technology functional staff; plan, implement, manage and support IT and business projects, support business operations, serve as a liaison between business functions and IT.
Responsibilities of Position:
- Manages a team of IT professionals within their IT function.
- Develops vision and strategy aligned to TIFS and IT objectives.
- Manages department budget.
- Uses project management principals and tools for business case development and managing projects.
- Establishes and implements project communication plans, providing status updates to affected staff and stakeholders.
- Initiates escalation when required.
- Complies and manages to all TI and IT published processes.
- Meet deadlines as established.
- Off hours support as required.
- Hires and trains staff.
- Assigns duties and responsibilities.
- Oversees day-to-day operations and projects.
- Conducts performance evaluations.
- Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
Skill Requirements:
- Experience managing large sized teams (10+).
- Ability to motivate and lead people.
- Customer service driven with an enthusiastic, positive attitude.
- Able to work in fast paced environment and multi task.
- Strong professional and interpersonal skills, treats people in respectful and professional manner.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Work and act in a safe manner.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Competent in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Experience Requirements:
- 15 years of relative IT experience.
- 10 years of experience managing teams.
Licensing or Special Certification Requirements:
- Driver’s License.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work at a computer for a long period of time.
Working Conditions:
- Occasionally lifts and carries up to 25 pounds.
- Some of work time is spent standing, walking, lifting and bending.
Job Location Specific Requirements:
Position OverviewWe are seeking a visionary Senior Data Architect to lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide data strategies. This role is pivotal in shaping our data ecosystem, leveraging Microsoft Fabric and Azure technologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and scalability across the organization.As a Senior Data Architect, you will design robust data models, architect seamless integrations, and mentor a team of talented data engineers. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand complex business requirements and ensure data solutions align with strategic goals. Your expertise in data ingestion into Azure Fabric and Snowflake will be instrumental in building a modern, intelligent data platform. Key Responsibilities• Lead the creation and implementation of enterprise-wide data strategies.• Architect scalable data models and integration frameworks using Microsoft Fabric.• Design and oversee data ingestion pipelines from ERP and other enterprise applications into Azure Fabric.• Setup Azure DevOps practices for CICD• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions.• Mentor and guide data engineers in best practices, architecture standards, and career development.• Ensure data architecture aligns with governance, security, and compliance standards.• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact data solutions.• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovations to enhance data capabilities.• Document architectural decisions, data flows, and integration patterns.• Support agile development practices and continuous improvement initiatives. Required Qualifications• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.• 8+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise data strategy.• Deep expertise in Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services, and data modeling techniques.• Proven experience designing and implementing data integrations across complex systems.• Strong understanding of ERP systems and data ingestion methodologies.• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data pipeline orchestration tools.• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives. Preferred Qualifications• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, or related industries.• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and metadata management.Familiarity with AWS ecosystem, Redshift etc.• Knowledge of AI/ML data requirements and integration with analytical platforms.• Certification in Azure Data Architecture or related technologies. The Ideal Candidate• You are passionate about building scalable, intelligent data ecosystems.• You thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex data challenges.• You lead with vision and inspire teams to deliver excellence.• You are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to implementation.• You continuously explore new technologies and drive innovation.• You balance technical depth with business acumen.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
EEO Statement:
TI Fluid Systems is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.