Data Domain Lead & Strategic Tech Partner

Pearson; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson seeks an experienced Domain Lead to drive discovery and definition of core data products within the Global Data organization. You will align business strategy with data delivery, guiding investments, and communicating objectives across executives and domain teams.

You will own roadmaps, quantify value via metrics, and collaborate with engineering to ensure deliverables meet strategic goals, including governance and data quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related experience; MBA, PMP, CBAP or data certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in data products, technology, or product-driven organizations.
• Working knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Familiarity with data processing, ELT and ETL pipelines, and data migration practices.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Relationship building and the ability to influence without authority.
• Proactive, strategic problem-solver who independently identify opportunities rather than waiting for requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define and prioritize scope, goals, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and milestones across data product initiatives.
• Own communication of business objectives and drive delivery through ambiguity and complexity as the central point of coordination across data teams, OCTO teams, business stakeholders, and executives.
• Develop clear, compelling narratives for data products to secure stakeholder buy-in and executive support.
• Partner with business stakeholders to drive clear problem definition and value articulation, including success metrics to scope implementation for the team.
• Partner with engineering teams to clarify expectations, support execution, and ensure delivery of measurable business value.
• Measure and communicate the business impact of domain and broader data initiatives.
• Collaborate across the Global Data organization to advance data quality, governance, and sustainability standards.
• Process & Governance: Ensure transparency of data product roadmaps, identify process gaps, track KPIs, and contribute to planning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Negotiation & conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/CS/engineering/data science

MBA or data certification preferred

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

Pearson seeks an experienced Domain Lead to drive discovery and definition of core data products within the Global Data organization. You will align business strategy with data delivery, guiding investments, and communicating objectives across executives and domain teams.

You will own roadmaps, quantify value via metrics, and collaborate with engineering to ensure deliverables meet strategic goals, including governance and data quality standards.