Systems Manager, Google Cloud Platform, Enterprise Data & Analytics

Insight Global is seeking a Systems Manager, Google Cloud Platform, Enterprise Data & Analytics for a top utility and energy client. This candidate will lead the strategy, engineering, operations, and continuous evolution of a large-scale enterprise data platform built on Google Cloud. The ideal individual will bring deep expertise in BigQuery, cloud data architecture, platform operations, data governance, and AI/ML enablement while leading a team responsible for delivering highly reliable, secure, and scalable data services. This role will partner closely with Data Governance, Analytics, AI/ML, and Application teams to transform enterprise data strategy into production-ready solutions that support business intelligence, regulatory reporting, advanced analytics, and grid modernization initiatives. This is an outstanding opportunity for a data platform leader who enjoys combining technical depth, operational excellence, people leadership, and cloud innovation to drive enterprise-wide impact.

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience

• Experience leading enterprise data platform strategy, engineering, and operations on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

• Deep expertise with: BigQuery Vertex AI / Agent Platform Dataplex / Knowledge Catalog Other GCP analytics, AI/ML, and data services

• Proven end-to-end ownership of enterprise data platforms including: Data ingestion Transformation Governance Performance management

• Hands-on experience managing BigQuery architecture in large-scale environments

• Experience with: Capacity planning Performance tuning Cost optimization and cost management

• Ability to communicate platform health, risks, cost posture, and delivery status to executive and enterprise stakeholders
• Strong people leadership and team management experience
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or related technology field
• Experience building and operating secure data ingestion and intake services

• Expertise with: Access management Encryption Auditability controls

• Experience designing and operating scalable, reliable, and cost-efficient enterprise data platforms

• Experience supporting: Analytics Regulatory reporting AI/ML initiatives

• Experience enforcing enterprise standards for

Security Privacy Compliance

• Experience partnering with: Data Governance teams Analytics teams AI/ML organizations Application development teams

• Experience managing internal engineering teams and external vendors
• Experience with operational excellence, incident response, disaster recovery, and platform resiliency
• Technical certifications such as: Google Professional Cloud Architect Google Professional Data Engineer Google Associate Cloud Engineer Other IT certifications

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.