Director, Strategy and Operations, Data Analytics, Google Cloud

Company: Google
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Director, Strategy and Operations, Data Analytics, Google Cloudcorporate_fare Google place Sunnyvale, CA, USA ; Chicago, IL, USA ; +5 more bar_chart Director+ApplyMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 15 years of experience in data-driven roles (Data & Analytics, Product Management, Engineering, or Operations).
• 10 years of experience managing organizational change with a focus on data-driven decisions.
• 10 years of experience leading operational initiatives within a Data & Analytics organization.Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Science.
  • 8 years of experience in people management.
  • Experience in stakeholder management, including building relationships, influencing, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience in global leadership, including international stakeholder management and driving global alignment on Data & Analytics strategies.
  • Deep understanding of Data & Analytics products and technologies.
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into business implications and articulate the impact of technical decisions on product strategy.About the Job:This role leads the Data & Analytics' central Strategy and Operations team, leading the Business Operations, Strategic Planning, and Cross-Functional Partnership teams that enable clarity, alignment, effectiveness, and efficiency across Data & Analytics. As the leader of the StratOps team, you will be a critical thought partner to the Data & Analytics leadership team to build our long-term roadmap and strategy in close collaboration with key stakeholders. You will partner with the Data & Analytics leadership to drive the business cadence (planning and business reviews), track, analyze and measure key strategic business priorities and decisions, and drive operational and transformational change management.We need an experienced leader to lead teams working on complex, cross-cutting strategic and operational programs that are critical to Google and Data & Analytics. This role provides a truly unique opportunity to learn about the broad portfolio of Data & Analytics, interact with a wide spectrum of leaders across the organization and Google, influence senior stakeholders, and actualize the success of our most critical priorities. You will build frameworks to help inform and drive decisions around Data & Analytics' strategy, OKRs, and priorities. You will be responsible for operationalizing critical processes, working closely with all Data & Analytics pillars to deliver on our portfolio of products and solutions. Additionally, this role will work closely with the broader Strategy and Operations leadership team to ensure that our business strategy remains focused on accurately articulating our customer impact and driving operational effectiveness in the utilization of our resources.Responsibilities:
    • Develop a strong and aligned strategic narrative across all parts of the Data & Analytics portfolio, synthesizing key priorities and ensuring strategy and priority alignment across the organization.
    • Run a solid business cadence, driving regular business reviews with executive stakeholders, annual strategic planning, HC and budget management.
    • Influence, align, and build trust with stakeholders at multiple levels. Partner with VPs, Directors, and product and engineering leads to build and drive annual OKRs and the product/solutions portfolio.
    • Lead cross-Data & Analytics, cross-Google efforts that require significant planning and coordination plus influence with product areas. Advocate for the right mix of immediate risk reduction and long-term opinionated solutions.
    • Partner with product teams to ensure we are scaling and executing on programs according to business objectives. Develop strategies with Data & Analytics Leadership, accelerating our broader mission and efforts.Compensation:The US base salary range for this full-time position is $246,000-$354,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law.Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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