Principal Data Strategy Leader

Summary

Red Hats Global Sales Go-To-Market Strategy Incentives & Data Analytics organization is seeking a Principal Data Strategy Leader to operate with a high degree of autonomy and lead the integration automation and optimization of complex data and analytics solutions.

This role extends beyond traditional engineering into program management AI-enabled innovation and enterprise-scale data product leadership. You will provide technical and strategic leadership across data architecture reconciliation frameworks and intelligent automation while driving end-to-end program execution across cross-functional stakeholders.

You will be responsible for building scalable data pipelines ensuring strong data governance and leveraging AI/ML and modern analytical techniques to deliver high-impact decision-grade data products that power business outcomes.

What you will do:

Program Management & Delivery Leadership

• Lead end-to-end program execution for complex data initiatives from requirements through delivery and adoption.

• Drive cross-functional alignment across Data & AI Finance Sales Ops and Incentives teams.

• Establish roadmaps milestones and governance models to ensure predictable and scalable delivery.

• Manage prioritization risk mitigation and stakeholder communication across global teams.

• Champion change management and user enablement ensuring successful adoption of new data products and platforms.

AI & Advanced Analytics Enablement

• Integrate AI/ML and agentic frameworks into data pipelines to enhance automation anomaly detection and predictive insights.

• Leverage state-of-the-art technologies (e.g. LLMs RAG architectures intelligent agents) to modernize data workflows and user experiences.

• Partner with Data & AI teams to build scalable explainable AI ready data products.

• Identify opportunities to augment traditional analytics with AI-powered decision frameworks.

• Drive experimentation and adoption of emerging technologies across the data ecosystem.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Problem Solving

• Partner with Analysts Engineers and Operations teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

• Act as a bridge between business and technical teams ensuring clarity alignment and execution.

• Apply strong analytical thinking to convert complex data into actionable insights identifying trends risks and opportunities.

What you will bring:

• Experience: 10 years as a Data Engineer BI Engineer Systems Analyst or similar role in enterprise environments with large complex datasets.

• Education: Masters degree in Computer Science IT Engineering or equivalent experience.

• Expert SQL: Deep expertise in relational databases (PostgreSQL MSSQL etc.) and performance optimization.

• Expert Python: Strong programming skills for data processing automation and analytics.

• Modern Data Stack: Experience with DBT Snowflake and cloud data architectures.

• ELT/ETL Tools: Experience with Fivetran or similar tools.

• Autonomy: Operates independently with ownership of large complex initiatives.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect data architecture with business outcomes.

• Program Leadership: Strong ability to manage multiple initiatives across global teams.

• Problem Solving: Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Agility & Collaboration: Thrives in fast-paced cross-functional environments across time zones.

Preferred / Differentiating Skills

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks LLMs or agentic architectures.

• Exposure to data product development and platform thinking.

• Familiarity with program management methodologies (Agile Scrum or hybrid models).

• Experience integrating analytics into business processes (forecasting incentives financial modeling).

Pay Transparency

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About Red Hat

Red Hat is the worlds leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux cloud container and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40 countries our associates work flexibly across work environments from in-office to office-flex to fully remote depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas no matter their title or tenure. Were a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative passionate people ready to contribute their ideas help solve complex problems and make an impact.

Benefits
Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
Retirement 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
Leave benefits including disability paid family medical leave and paid military leave
Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan family planning reimbursement tuition reimbursement transportation expense account employee assistance program and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.

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