Database Operations & Integration IT Manager

Hired; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lease car program

Health plans

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career mobility

Job summary

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is seeking a Global Group Lead / Unit Manager for Database and Integration Operations in Torrance, CA.

You will direct regional and global database platforms, enterprise messaging buses, and API middleware services across corporate IT. The role requires 12+ years in enterprise IT with 3+ years in leadership, a strong background in database administration, data architecture, and enterprise integration, plus experience in hybrid cloud environments (AWS/Azure) and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of enterprise IT experience, including 3+ years in a people management/leadership capacity.
• Strong technical background in Database Administration, Data Architecture, or Enterprise Integration.
• Proven track record managing large-scale hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and middleware.
• Outstanding executive presentation, vendor negotiation, and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct operational and analytical database platforms including cloud data warehouses, data lakes, and marts.
• Oversee enterprise API management platforms, service buses, and integration middleware architectures.
• Lead, mentor, and coach high-performing database admins and integration engineers.
• Manage annual unit capital and operational budgets, ensuring adherence to Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD).
• Partner with executive stakeholders in North America and Japan on cloud migration and data governance.

Skills

Enterprise IT leadership

Database Administration

Data Architecture

Enterprise Integration

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

Middleware

Job description

• Job Title: Database Operations & Integration IT Manager
• Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is seeking a Global Group Lead / Unit Manager for Database and Integration Operations in Torrance, CA. You will direct regional (80%) and global (20%) database platforms, enterprise messaging buses, and API middleware services across corporate IT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct operational and analytical database platforms including cloud data warehouses, data lakes, and marts.
• Oversee enterprise API management platforms, service buses, and integration middleware architectures.
• Lead, mentor, and coach high-performing database administrators and integration engineers.
• Manage annual unit capital and operational budgets, ensuring adherence to Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD).
• Partner with executive stakeholders in North America and Japan on cloud migration and data governance.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of enterprise IT experience, including 3+ years in a people management/leadership capacity.
• Strong technical background in Database Administration, Data Architecture, or Enterprise Integration.
• Proven track record managing large-scale hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and middleware.
• Outstanding executive presentation, vendor negotiation, and team leadership skills.

What We Offer:

• Manager Lease Car Program (no-cost vehicle, insurance, and maintenance included).
• Industry-leading health plans (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, corporate holidays, and annual shutdowns.
• Career mobility across global Honda IT leadership.