Director, Data Management and Analytics

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

THE ROLE:

Xylem is seeking a Director, Data Management and Analytics to lead the enterprise strategy for data architecture, data integration, governance, and advanced analytics. This leader will shape and execute the vision for managing data as a strategic asset and enabling the organization’s AI & Analytics objectives. The Director will partner closely with business and technical stakeholders to ensure data is discoverable, trusted, compliant, and positioned to accelerate digital transformation.

In this role, you will oversee the design and delivery of certified data models, reports, and dashboards, while building and mentoring high-performing teams across data engineering, business intelligence, and analytics.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Enterprise Data Strategy & Architecture

• Define and implement enterprise-wide data management strategies aligned to Xylem’s business goals, technology roadmap, and AI & Analytics objectives
• Design and maintain scalable, reusable data architecture supporting cross-functional use cases
• Ensure seamless data integration across the application landscape

Data Governance & Quality

• Establish and manage data governance policies, processes, and standards
• Implement data profiling, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation practices
• Define and monitor KPIs to ensure data accuracy, consistency, trust, and reliability
• Ensure metadata management, cataloging, and lineage transparency

Analytics Enablement & Delivery

• Design and develop certified data models for use by citizen developers
• Develop scalable, user-friendly certified reports and dashboards
• Translate business requirements into operational analytics capabilities
• Partner with Program Management to align and deliver target AI & Analytics outcomes

Security, Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• Implement scalable security architectures enforcing least-privilege access
• Ensure regulatory compliance across data handling and analytics platforms
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to mitigate enterprise risk

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build, lead, and mentor high-performing data engineering, BI, and analytics teams
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and data literacy
• Partner with IT, cybersecurity, compliance, and business leaders to ensure data initiatives are aligned and fully integrated
• Perform additional duties as required based on organizational needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in data management and analytics roles, including 5+ years in leadership positions
• Expertise in data modeling, architecture, ETL, and analytics
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and modern data tools (Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Power BI)

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you’ll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees’ well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and affirmative action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem’s transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology!