Manager Information Systems - Data Platform Engineering

Remote Work: No

Leads the planning and coordination of enterprise-wide systems, applications, or infrastructure.

• Develop and execute strategic plans for the data platform that align with the broader IT and business objectives.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and drive initiatives to improve the platform’s capabilities and performance.
• Lead multiple teams cultivating talent and promoting a culture of excellence.
• Develop succession plans and career development pathways for team members.
• Oversee large-scale, complex projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Manage project risks and dependencies, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the organization to advocate for data platform initiatives.
• Influence decision-making at higher levels by providing insights on technical strategies and platform capabilities.
• Drive the evaluation and adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to future-proof the data platform.
• Lead efforts in defining the architecture and technology stack for next-generation platform solutions.
• Optimize operational expenditures while maintaining high service levels.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, maintaining data security and integrity.
• Develop strategies to manage and mitigate risks associated with platform operations and development.
• Develops strategy and preparation for a variety of system development cost estimates, budgets, and schedules
• Manages preparation and presenting of cross-functional project proposals to management and user departments
• Develops implementation standards and documentation requirements
• Manages continual reviews with status of systems, applications and/or infrastructure and prepares with staff recommendations for improvements
• Manages plans to analyze business problems that can be solved through automated systems
• Plans, manages and controls the activities of a team of professionals and management staff that provides technical expertise in identifying, evaluating and developing systems, applications or infrastructure that are cost effective and meet user requirements
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
• Partners with internal and/or external customers applying a strong understanding of current business trends

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required. Advanced Degree preferred
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in IT or equivalent discipline with at least 2 years of management experience

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Experience managing professional staff
• Ability to manage budgets
• Ability to identify and manage process improvements
• Demonstrate interaction with subordinates, customers, and/or peer group managers; often must lead a cooperative effort among members of a project team
• Demonstrates technical and management skills

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary: USD 120400.00 - USD 180600.00 Yearly

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.