Xylem Inc

Director, Platform Administration & Support

Xylem Inc$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in analytics, business intelligence, or data strategy roles.
  • 5+ years of experience in business relationship management or program management.
  • Proven capacity to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, SQL, Azure Data Lake Services, PowerBI, Business Objects, Cognos, and traditional data warehousing technologies.
  • Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and enterprise data management principles.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of data platforms, both strategic and legacy.
  • Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of deployed solutions.
  • Monitor and optimize data workloads and system performance.
  • Lead resolution of AI and analytics solution incidents and outages.
  • Establish and manage support processes, including ticketing and KPI tracking.
  • Define and enforce data access controls and audit logging protocols.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and enhance efficiency.

Benefits

  • Paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark, supporting community initiatives.
  • Focus on employee well-being through inclusion and belonging.
  • Access to Employee Resource Groups for professional and personal support.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

The Director, Platform Administration and Support will play a critical role in advancing Xylem's digital transformation, advancing our AI & Enterprise Data Strategy. In this highly visible role, you will act as the strategic bridge between business stakeholders and the AI & Enterprise Data team, ensuring that analytics and AI solutions are reliable and deliver measurable business value. You will champion the adoption of advanced analytics, empower teams to make data-driven decisions, and help shape the Data function to be a strategic enabler of Xylem's success. Your leadership will be instrumental in sustaining our AI, Data & Analytics technologies throughout our digital transformation.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of data platforms (strategic & legacy).
  • Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of deployed solutions.
  • Monitor and optimize data workloads.
  • Lead the resolution of AI & Analytic solution incidents and outages.
  • Establish and manage support processes (e.g., ticketing, SLAs, escalations, and KPIs).
  • Define, implement and enforce data access controls, lineage tracking, and audit logging.
  • Establish processes to maintain data accuracy, consistency, reconciliation, and trust.
  • Define and lead QA process and end user acceptance testing.
  • Standardize and document operational procedures and runbooks.
  • Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
  • Advocate for modernization of legacy platforms.
  • Define, implement, and enforce data retention and archival policies to ensure regulatory compliance, cost-efficient storage, and responsible long-term data stewardship.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • 8 + years of experience in analytics, business intelligence, or data strategy roles.
  • 5+ years of experience in business relationship management or program management.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Broad knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, SQL, Azure Data Lake Services, PowerBI, Business Objects, Cognos, and traditional data warehousing technologies.
  • Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, analytics platforms, and enterprise data management principles.


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).

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! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

About Xylem Inc

Xylem is a water technology company that designs and manufactures innovative solutions to meet the world's water needs. They provide water and wastewater applications with a broad portfolio of products and services that address the full cycle of water, from collection, distribution and use to the return of water to the environment. Xylem operates in more than 150 countries and has a workforce of over 17,000 employees. The company was spun off from ITT Corporation in 2011 and is headquartered in Rye Brook, New York.
Learn more about Xylem Inc
Size
17,300 employees
Market Cap
$19.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$254 million
5 Year Trend
+6.6%
Revenue
$4.8 billion
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