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Director – Data Analytics

Director – Data Analytics

CompanyLumentum
LocationSan Jose, CA, USA
Salary$156800 – $224000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s, PhD
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership in data analytics, with a strong track record of building and scaling analytics teams and platforms.
  • Deep expertise in modern data architecture and governance (e.g., data lakes, pipelines, modeling).
  • Strong experience with BI/visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
  • Demonstrated ability to define and implement enterprise KPIs, OKRs, and measurement frameworks.
  • Proven success in delivering actionable insights to executive leadership in a complex business environment.
  • Solid understanding of statistical modeling, data science, and experimental design.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and Scale Analytics Function: Provide visionary leadership to evolve the analytics platform and team, enabling scalable, modern analytics capabilities across Lumentum.
  • Drive Enterprise Data Strategy: Define and implement a robust data strategy that promotes data accessibility, trustworthiness, and strategic use company-wide.
  • Insights for Strategic Decision-Making: Partner with executive leadership to deliver high-impact insights, establish KPIs, and build dashboards that align with corporate goals and track long-term performance.
  • AI and Advanced Analytics: Champion the adoption and governance of AI/ML within analytics initiatives. Establish standardized workflows, best practices, and deliver measurable business value through advanced techniques.
  • Data Governance and Quality: Own the data curation and governance functions, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of enterprise datasets.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, ensuring that data and insights are integral to strategic planning and execution across functions.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of data engineers, analysts, and data scientists. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Toolset Ownership: Own the strategy for business intelligence and data tooling (e.g., AWS, OBIEE, Databricks, Tableau), ensuring alignment with business needs and technology roadmap.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience implementing data management strategies such as Data Mesh or federated data governance.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD, SDLC for data workflows, and modern cloud data ecosystems.
  • Proven track record of leading AI/ML initiatives that drive tangible business outcomes.
  • Comfortable operating in a high-growth, fast-paced, and evolving environment.