Ampstek

Data Lead (W2 Contract)

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This role is a Data Lead (W2 Contract) based in New York, requiring strong experience in data architecture, analytics, and team management. Contract length is long-term, with a competitive pay rate. Proficiency in SQL and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is essential, along with relevant certifications.
🌎 - Country
United States
💱 - Currency
$ USD
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💰 - Day rate
Unknown
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🗓️ - Date
January 7, 2026
🕒 - Duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location
On-site
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📄 - Contract
W2 Contractor
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🔒 - Security
Unknown
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📍 - Location detailed
New York, United States
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#Data Quality #Cloud #GCP (Google Cloud Platform) #Compliance #Data Strategy #Data Architecture #Data Security #Data Management #SQL (Structured Query Language) #AWS (Amazon Web Services) #"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #Scala #Strategy #Leadership #Data Governance #Security #Data Engineering #BI (Business Intelligence) #Azure #Big Data
Role description
Role: Data Lead (Need USC or GC) Location: New York, New York, United States (Local candidate) Job Type: Long Term Contract Job Description: Role Overview: The Data Lead is responsible for overseeing data management, analytics initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality data solutions. This role involves leading data teams, defining data strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to enable data-driven decision-making across the organization. Key Responsibilities: • Leadership & Team Management: o Lead and mentor data engineers, analysts, and modelers. o Allocate resources and manage priorities for data projects. • Data Strategy & Governance: o Define and implement data governance frameworks and standards. o Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and regulatory requirements. • Solution Design & Delivery: o Oversee design and implementation of data architecture and pipelines. o Ensure data solutions meet business requirements and performance standards. • Analytics Enablement: o Support advanced analytics, BI, and reporting initiatives. o Collaborate with business teams to identify data-driven opportunities. • Quality & Performance: o Monitor data quality and integrity across systems. o Optimize data processes for scalability and efficiency. • Stakeholder Collaboration: o Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams. o Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to leadership. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Strong experience in data architecture, modeling, and analytics. • Proficiency in SQL and familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). • Knowledge of ETL tools, BI platforms, and big data technologies. • Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance. • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Data Analytics Specialty, Google Data Engineer) preferred Thanks Rakesh Pathak | Lead Recruiter Phone: 609-360-2642 Rakesh.pathak@ampstek.com| www.ampstek.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/rakesh-kumar-pathak-00b039167/