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
• 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: Data quality 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