Overview
Why GMF Technology?
GM Financial is set to change the auto finance industry and is leading the path of embarking on tech modernization - we have a startup mindset, and preserve our small company culture, in a public company environment with financial stability and intense growth over a decade-plus history. We are data junkies and trust in data and insights to advance our business objectives. We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously. We believe as an auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world. We are building global platforms, in LATAM, Europe, China, U.S. and Canada - and we are looking to grow our high-performing team. GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally. Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers, dealers and business.
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As a leading expert and authority in the field of Data Engineering and Analytics, the Technical Principal-Data Architecture will be instrumental in aligning strategic goals and delivering business value. This individual will collaborate with business segment leaders to pinpoint high-impact initiatives that propel the business strategy. The person in this role will be innovative and a strong advocate for process improvement in their specific technical discipline, using suitable methodologies to boost productivity and performance. This role is typically held by a well-established and recognized figure both internally and externally. The Technical Principal will represent GM Financial in the wider community and act as an unofficial ambassador for the organization. Maintaining a robust network in the community and representing GM Financial effectively will be crucial for this role.
Responsibilities
What makes you an ideal candidate?
- Influence projects and initiatives through technical expertise
- Become a trusted and valued partner of department and business leaders by providing subject matter expertise, guidance and support
- Drive technical thought-leadership, acting as a change agent and advocate for new methodologies that enable higher levels of business agility and operational excellence
- Understand, communicate and commit to the team's vision, goals and strategies, translating vision to solutions while balancing risk, investment needs and fit for purpose
- Foster open communication that welcomes information sharing, seeks input from others and values diverse viewpoints
- Maintain a strong internal network b working across the business segment to foster a culture of trust, inclusion, engagement and integrity
- Assist to drive cross-team solutions, anticipating and addressing problems ahead of the need by acting as a key influencer in assigned oversight areas
- Demonstrates relationship management skills and ability to influence others to achieve results by working across the business segment, being open to ideas and actively engaging others
- Ability to provide leadership through mentorship, influence, inspiration, collaboration and teamwork
- Demonstrates professional behavior in using logic, analysis and judgment when encountering challenges
- Ability to innovate and adopt new approaches, technologies and solutions
- Ability to establish strong working relationships and build trust with peers, cross-functional partners and related professional organizations
Qualifications
Experience
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience required. Master's degree in computer science or information systems preferred
- 10 years of experience related to data analytics, preferably building and maintaining data pipelines, with focus on Data Architecture and Data Engineering
- 5+ years in SQL, PL/SQL, Python, Scala, R etc.
- Strong understanding of data modeling techniques, relational database systems
- Experience of working with both structured and unstructured data such as XML and JSON
- Experience with data integration methodologies such as ETL and ELT
- In depth experience of working with Data Warehouse, Data Lake and Data Lakehouse Architecture
- 3+ Years of Experience with cloud environments, particularly Azure, Databricks, API integrations etc.
- Strong SQL skills, including stored procedures, with proficiency in data design and management
- Good working knowledge /experience on NoSQL Databases such as MongoDB, etc.
- 3+ years of experience in leading projects and initiatives through influence required
- Experience with leading initiatives from start to finish
- Strong knowledge of business acumen and a deep understanding of business implications of decisions
- Strong understanding of company values, mission, vision and strategic direction
Certifications
- Azure Data Engineering / Azure Databricks / AWS certifications preferred
What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.
Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.
Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, minimum of 2-days a week in office
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