SVP, Chief Data Officer

📋 Description

• • As the Senior Vice President (SVP) and Chief Data Officer (CDO) at Pluralsight, Inc., you will be the visionary leader responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise-wide data and analytics strategy. This pivotal role ensures that Pluralsight's data assets are not only trusted and scalable but are also strategically leveraged to drive significant business outcomes and innovation.
• • You will oversee the entire Information Delivery function, encompassing Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, Integration Fabric, Content Analytics, Data Operations, and Data Governance. This is a high-impact, executive-level position that demands both strategic foresight and the capacity for hands-on execution, positioning you as the ultimate steward of the company’s comprehensive information ecosystem.
• • Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will collaborate closely with technology leadership to align data initiatives with overarching company objectives and Technology Group priorities.
• • A core responsibility will be to partner with key business stakeholders across the organization. Your role will be to inform and shape business strategy by delivering data-driven insights, enabling more informed decision-making and identifying new opportunities for growth and efficiency.
• • You will own the complete end-to-end information delivery lifecycle. This includes everything from the initial stages of data ingestion and integration to the sophisticated analysis and delivery of actionable insights.
• • A critical aspect of your mandate will be to establish and operationalize robust data governance, quality, and stewardship standards across the entire enterprise. This ensures data integrity, security, and compliance.
• • You will be instrumental in building and leading high-performing teams dedicated to data, analytics, and engineering. A key focus will be fostering a pervasive data-driven culture throughout the organization, promoting data literacy among both technical and non-technical staff.
• • You will champion a culture of continuous learning and adaptability, encouraging experimentation, learning from mistakes, and fostering an environment where questions are welcomed and concerns can be voiced openly.
• • Your leadership style will emphasize being a team member first, recognizing that collective success is paramount. You will actively seek and provide feedback to foster continuous improvement within your teams and across the organization.
• • You will be accountable for data security, privacy, and ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory compliance requirements, safeguarding the company's data assets.
• • Experience in SaaS, technology-enabled learning, content platforms, or subscription-based businesses is highly valued, providing a strong foundation for understanding Pluralsight's market and operational landscape.
• • A background in modern analytics platforms, cloud data ecosystems, and proficiency with various data visualization tools will be essential for leveraging our technological infrastructure effectively.
• • You will collaborate closely with data science and AI/ML teams, fostering synergy and driving advanced analytical capabilities.
• • A proven track record of successfully driving data culture and enhancing data literacy across diverse teams, from highly technical to entirely non-technical, is crucial for this role's success.
• • This role requires a leader who can translate complex data concepts into clear, actionable business insights for executive audiences, bridging the gap between technical data capabilities and strategic business objectives.
• • You will be responsible for defining the data strategy while simultaneously ensuring the robust operation of production data systems, demonstrating a blend of strategic vision and operational excellence.
• • Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder partnership skills are vital for navigating the complexities of an executive leadership role and driving alignment across the organization.
• • The role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting, involving standard computer-based work, with a hybrid expectation for those within 45 miles of our Westlake/Dallas, TX office (Tuesday-Thursday on-site).