BCforward is hiring a Director of Data Platforms to work hybrid in Indianapolis, IN
Director of Data Platforms (Contract-to-Hire)
Location : Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid)
Duration : 1 / 5 / 2026 – 6 / 30 / 2026 (Contract-to-Hire)
Role Overview
The Director of Data Platforms partners closely with the Chief Data Officer and enterprise leaders to drive the transformation of data ecosystem. This role owns the data platform strategy and execution roadmap , ensuring associates across the enterprise have access to high-quality, usable, and trusted data to support business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic thought leader , aligning data and IT initiatives with enterprise business priorities
- Define and provide technical direction for data architecture , including :
- Data at rest (warehousing / lakehouse)
- Data in motion (integration, streaming)
- Data exposure and consumption (analytics, reporting, APIs)
- Lead and support data modernization initiatives , maximizing value from cloud-based platforms
- Champion agile delivery and change initiatives , fostering transparency, speed, quality, and innovation
- Manage and guide teams of consultants across initiatives of varying scope and complexity
- Facilitate executive-level discussions, workshops, and decision-making sessions
Required Experience & Skills
Proven experience implementing and scaling Snowflake as an enterprise data platformDeep expertise with Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC)Strong background leading data-centric modernization programsExcellent analytical, presentation, and executive communication skillsDemonstrated project management , problem-solving, and relationship management capabilitiesAbility to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leaders and executive stakeholdersImplementation of, and maximizing value from Snowflake data platformExpertise with Informatica Intelligent Data Management CloudExpertise guiding data-centric technology modernization programsDirectors manage teams of consultants and support a variety of project-related work or varying scope, complexity, and subject matter areas. Specific consulting needs are evaluated on a one-off basisAnalytical skillsPresentation skillsProject management skillsProblem solving and relationship management skillsAbility to facilitate sessions and discussions with executive audiencesIdeal Profile
A senior data leader who blends hands-on technical depth with strategic vision , capable of translating enterprise business needs into a scalable, modern data platform while leading teams and influencing at the executive level.