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Data Leader Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Senior Data Architect

Prosper, TX · On-site

$61.50 - $82.50/hr

A thought leader who can define and build out the components of a comprehensive data strategy and architecture with a strong focus on AI. This person should have deep expertise in modern data ...

In collaboration with leadership, champion & cause One Team Culture to come to life within the team ... Data Preparation for AI Modeling: Ability to clean, organize, & label data to enable it to be ...

In collaboration with leadership, champion & cause One Team Culture to come to life within the team ... Data Preparation for AI Modeling: Ability to clean, organize, & label data to enable it to be ...

In collaboration with leadership, champion & cause One Team Culture to come to life within the team ... Data Preparation for AI Modeling: Ability to clean, organize, & label data to enable it to be ...

Our client, a Fortune 1000 financial services company , is seeking multiple Business Data Analysts (Data Leads) for 2-year contract roles . In this position, you will coordinate with internal ...

Business Data Analyst

Frisco, TX · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Our client, a Fortune 1000 financial services company , is seeking multiple Business Data Analysts (Data Leads) for 2-year contract roles . In this position, you will coordinate with internal ...

Chief Engineer, Global Data

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$208K - $255K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Jeppesen ForeFlight builds industry-leading aviation software and data products used by pilots, aircraft operators, flight departments, and major airlines worldwide. Our products depend on trusted ...

Data Architect

Plano, TX · On-site

$61 - $78.50/hr

This role establishes data architecture standards, promotes database design best practices, and provides technical leadership for high-performance relational database environments. The position ...

Business Data Analyst

Frisco, TX · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Our client, a Fortune 1000 financial services company , is seeking multiple Business Data Analysts (Data Leads) for 2-year contract roles . In this position, you will coordinate with internal ...

IT Data Manager - Financial Services

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with Corporate IT data leaders to align Financial Services data definitions, data models, and governance standards with enterprise practices and shared platforms * Lead the development and ...

IT Data Manager - Financial Services

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with Corporate IT data leaders to align Financial Services data definitions, data models, and governance standards with enterprise practices and shared platforms * Lead the development and ...

IT Data Manager - Financial Services

Austin, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with Corporate IT data leaders to align Financial Services data definitions, data models, and governance standards with enterprise practices and shared platforms * Lead the development and ...

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Data Leader information

What is the difference between Data Leader vs Data Analyst?

AspectData Leader
ResponsibilitiesStrategic data management, setting data vision, leading data teams
Skills & CertificationsData strategy, leadership, advanced analytics, often with certifications like CDMP or DAMA
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, cross-departmental collaboration, senior management
FocusHigh-level data governance, business impact, long-term data strategy

While a Data Leader focuses on strategic oversight, governance, and leading data initiatives at an organizational level, a Data Analyst primarily handles data analysis, reporting, and supporting decision-making through data insights. Both roles require strong analytical skills, but the Data Leader emphasizes leadership and strategy, whereas the Data Analyst concentrates on technical analysis and data interpretation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data leader?

To thrive as a Data Leader, you need expertise in data analytics, data management, and strategy, often backed by an advanced degree in a quantitative field and experience in data-centric roles. Familiarity with tools like SQL, Python, data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and cloud data systems is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills help drive organizational alignment and data-driven decision-making. These competencies are crucial for shaping effective data strategies, ensuring data quality, and delivering business value through insights.

What is a data leader?

A Data Leader is a senior professional responsible for developing and implementing an organization’s data strategy, ensuring that data assets are effectively managed and leveraged to drive business value. They oversee data governance, data quality, analytics initiatives, and often manage teams of data scientists, engineers, and analysts. Data Leaders play a key role in shaping data-driven decision-making, aligning data projects with business objectives, and ensuring compliance with data regulations. Their work helps organizations unlock insights from data, improve operations, and gain a competitive advantage.

How do data leaders typically balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in data projects?

Data Leaders often face the challenge of balancing high-level strategy with direct involvement in data initiatives. While their primary responsibility is to set the vision for data governance, analytics, and architecture, they also need to stay engaged with teams to ensure alignment and remove obstacles. This often means participating in key project meetings, reviewing major deliverables, and facilitating communication between technical and business stakeholders. Effective Data Leaders delegate operational tasks but remain accessible for critical decision-making and mentorship, fostering both team autonomy and strategic coherence.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Data Leader jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Data Leader job openings:

Infographic showing various Data Leader job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Global Data & Analytics Offering Leader

NTT DATA Services

Plano, TX • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Global Data & Analytics Offering Leader to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Global Data & Analytics Offering Leader - REMOTE About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a trusted global innovator of business and technology services, serving clients across industries in more than 50 countries. We help organizations transform through data, cloud, AI, and digital innovation, combining deep industry expertise with leading technology partnerships to deliver measurable business outcomes.

 Role Overview

NTT DATA is seeking a strategic and commercially minded Global Data & Analytics Offering Leader to define, scale, and drive the growth of our global Data & Analytics offerings, with a focused emphasis on the Snowflake and Databricks ecosystems. This executive leadership role sits at the intersection of market strategy, alliance management, solution innovation, sales enablement, and business growth.

The successful candidate will own the global offering vision, investment strategy, and go-to-market execution, working closely with alliance partners, industry leaders, sales teams, delivery organizations, and executive stakeholders to build differentiated, scalable solutions that drive client value and accelerate revenue growth.

This leader will serve as the global ambassador for NTT DATA's Data & Analytics portfolio, strengthening strategic partnerships, expanding market presence, and ensuring continued innovation across modern data platforms, AI, analytics, and data management solutions.

 Key Responsibilities Offering Strategy & Portfolio Leadership
  • Define and own the global Data & Analytics offering strategy, roadmap, and business plan, with a primary focus on Snowflake and Databricks-based solutions.
  • Establish differentiated value propositions, target markets, industry priorities, and commercialization plans.
  • Identify emerging market trends, client demands, and technology innovations to continuously evolve the portfolio.
  • Drive the development of repeatable, scalable offerings and solution accelerators that enable faster customer adoption and measurable business outcomes.
 Alliance & Ecosystem Leadership
  • Serve as the executive relationship lead for strategic global alliances, including Snowflake and Databricks.
  • Develop and execute joint go-to-market strategies, co-sell motions, and partner growth initiatives.
  • Expand NTT DATA's partner standing and influence within the Snowflake and Databricks ecosystems.
  • Collaborate with alliance leadership to identify investment opportunities, market expansion strategies, and new revenue streams.
 Commercial & Business Growth
  • Own business case development, investment planning, and financial performance for the offering portfolio.
  • Drive revenue growth, pipeline generation, certification targets, and market expansion objectives.
  • Manage offering-level P&L performance, ROI measurement, and growth reporting.
  • Partner with sales and industry leaders to identify, qualify, and pursue strategic opportunities globally.
 Solution Innovation & Enablement
  • Lead the creation of industry-specific accelerators, frameworks, methodologies, and reference architectures.
  • Enable global sales and delivery teams through playbooks, solution messaging, competitive positioning, training programs, and pursuit support.
  • Ensure offerings align with evolving client needs across data modernization, governance, analytics, AI/ML, and cloud transformation initiatives.
  • Support large, strategic pursuits and client engagements by providing executive-level solution leadership.
 Market Presence & Thought Leadership
  • Represent NTT DATA at executive client meetings, industry forums, analyst briefings, partner events, and conferences.
  • Act as a thought leader and spokesperson for Data & Analytics solutions and market trends.
  • Contribute to market awareness through publications, speaking engagements, and strategic partner initiatives.
  • Build executive relationships with clients, partners, and industry influencers.
 Performance & Governance
  • Establish KPIs and success metrics across pipeline, bookings, revenue, certifications, partner engagement, and customer outcomes.
  • Monitor offering performance and continuously refine strategies based on market feedback and business results.
  • Drive governance, accountability, and operational excellence across the offering lifecycle.
 Required Qualifications
  • 15+ years of experience in Data & Analytics consulting, technology strategy, platform leadership, offering management, or related executive roles within a Global Systems Integrator (GSI), consulting firm, or enterprise technology organization.
  • Proven experience building, scaling, and commercializing data platform, data management, analytics, AI, or cloud-based offerings.
  • Strong understanding of Snowflake, Databricks, modern data architectures, and cloud data platforms.
  • Demonstrated success managing strategic technology partnerships and alliance-led growth initiatives.
  • Strong financial acumen including business case development, investment management, P&L ownership, and revenue accountability.
  • Deep expertise in modern data ecosystems, including:
    • Data Engineering
    • Data Management & Governance
    • Data Platforms & Cloud Data Warehousing
    • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
    • Business Intelligence & Analytics
  • Exceptional executive communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
  • Experience leading cross-functional global teams across sales, consulting, delivery, alliances, and industry organizations.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
 Preferred Experience
  • Existing executive relationships within the Snowflake and/or Databricks partner ecosystems.
  • Experience leading global alliance programs and large-scale technology partnerships.
  • Demonstrated success driving market growth through strategic partnerships and co-innovation initiatives.
  • Experience shaping and closing large transformation programs involving data, analytics, AI, and cloud modernization.
 Why Join NTT DATA

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of NTT DATA's global Data & Analytics business, influence strategic partnerships with industry-leading platforms, and play a pivotal role in defining how organizations leverage data and AI to accelerate growth, innovation, and business transformation. As a global leader within the practice, you will help drive the next generation of data-driven solutions for some of the world's most recognized organizations.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $150,000 - $350,000 per year. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.  This role may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. 

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.


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NTT DATA Services is a global business and IT services provider specializing in digital, cloud and automation across a comprehensive portfolio of consulting, applications, infrastructure and business process services. We are part of the NTT family of companies, a partner to 85 % of the Fortune 100.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Plano, TX, US

Year founded

1967