Applications Manager

Software Guidance & Assistance
  • San Jose, CA
  • $160,000–$190,000 Per Year
6 days ago

Job Description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an BI Applications Manager for a Full Time assignment with one of our premier Utilities clients in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the organization's business intelligence, analytics, and data management strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and long-term business priorities.
  • Manage and mentor a team of BI and data professionals, providing direction, workload prioritization, performance coaching, and professional development.
  • Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to gather requirements, evaluate opportunities, and deliver scalable reporting and analytics solutions.
  • Drive the development and execution of a BI and data roadmap, including initiatives related to data warehousing, reporting, analytics, and governance.
  • Oversee enterprise business intelligence platforms, analytics tools, data integration processes, and related technologies to ensure reliability and effectiveness.
  • Establish and maintain data governance practices focused on data quality, ownership, security, and operational consistency.
  • Lead cross-functional data and analytics programs, coordinating project activities and ensuring successful delivery of strategic initiatives.
  • Provide guidance on data architecture, data integration, and enterprise reporting best practices to support informed decision-making.
  • Partner with technical and business teams to identify emerging needs and continuously improve analytics services and capabilities.
  • Support service management processes, including change management, incident resolution, continuous improvement, and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Promote adherence to cybersecurity standards, organizational policies, and data protection requirements.
  • Occasionally support after-hours work related to critical projects, deadlines, or production issues.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Required Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience leading and managing technical teams within data, analytics, or business intelligence environments.
  • 3-5 years of experience leading BI, analytics, data warehouse, or enterprise reporting initiatives.
  • Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise data strategies, governance frameworks, and analytics roadmaps.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and build consensus across multiple business functions.
  • Experience with SQL, database technologies, reporting platforms, and enterprise data ecosystems.
  • Knowledge of data warehousing concepts, data integration methodologies, ETL processes, and modern analytics architectures.
  • Experience defining business requirements and translating technical concepts into language understandable to non-technical audiences.
  • Strong program and project leadership skills, including coordinating cross-functional teams and priorities.
  • Understanding of IT service management practices, including change management and operational governance.
  • Experience working with business intelligence and visualization tools to support analytics and decision-making initiatives.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with Tableau or similar enterprise BI and visualization platforms.
  • Knowledge of cloud-based analytics and data platforms, including exposure to AWS environments.
  • Experience implementing or enhancing enterprise data governance programs.
  • Familiarity with Agile and Scrum delivery methodologies.
  • Experience within regulated industries or environments subject to compliance and governance requirements.
  • Background in advanced analytics, data science, or enterprise reporting solutions.

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSan Jose, CA
Salary$160,000–$190,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
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