Data Operations Lead - Data Quality & Governance

Digitas North America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Digitas North America in Chicago is seeking a Data Ops Lead to guide a team of analysts, ensure high data quality, and partner with engineering on data pipelines. You will review SQL, oversee data governance, and drive data-informed decision making across marketing data systems.

The role requires 5–7 years in analytics at an agency/tech environment, team leadership, and strong SQL with Tableau/Power BI. Familiarity with Google Cloud and AWS, Databricks or Snowflake is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years analytics experience in advertising/agency/tech
• Experience managing a team
• Four-year college degree; advanced degree is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with SQL and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Google Data Studio)
• Knowledge of digital data technologies (Google Analytics, Google Marketing Platforms)
• Knowledge/experience with Python is a plus
• Experience with Google Cloud and AWS is a plus
• Knowledge/experience with Databricks or Snowflake is a plus
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines is a plus
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Data Ops Analysts and Senior Analysts.
• Partner with engineering teams to ensure data quality in pipelines.
• Review SQL scripts and oversee data quality checks.
• Govern data governance, processing, and reporting.
• Oversee taxonomy governance for media and site data.
• Advise on data processes and improvements for timely, accurate data.
• Promote documentation and best practices for data management.
• Mentor junior team members and assist project planning.
• Collaborate with other data teams on data visualization strategies.
• Contribute to defining the technology strategy for data management.

Skills

Team management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

SQL proficiency

Data visualization

Python knowledge

CI/CD familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree; advanced degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Google Data Studio

Google Analytics

Google Cloud

AWS

Databricks

Snowflake

Job description

Digitas North America in Chicago is seeking a Data Ops Lead to guide a team of analysts, ensure high data quality, and partner with engineering on data pipelines. You will review SQL, oversee data governance, and drive data-informed decision making across marketing data systems.

The role requires 5–7 years in analytics at an agency/tech environment, team leadership, and strong SQL with Tableau/Power BI. Familiarity with Google Cloud and AWS, Databricks or Snowflake is a plus.