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  • CARFAX
  • Columbia, SC
  • Full-Time
  • 77 days ago
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Senior Director, Data Technology.

Data Engineering & Architecture Full-Time

Senior Director, Data Technology: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:A senior leader responsible for executing a unified cloud-native data platform strategy to modernize legacy systems and enable analytics and AI across the business.
  • The Person:The person will lead migration from legacy on-premises technologies to AWS, execute a unified data platform strategy, modernize downstream data platforms, improve data quality and scalability, and build engineering leadership across regions.
  • Requirements:The role requires 12+ years leading data engineering or software engineering organisations, proven success with enterprise data platforms and cloud transformation initiatives, deep AWS and modern data platform expertise, and understanding of AI and advanced analytics.

About the role

Isn't it time you bragged about where you work? At CARFAX, we do every day. We pride ourselves on being mission-focused on helping to grow a brand built on accuracy and integrity. We care deeply about our products and our customers. We’re more than just a company: We help millions of consumers make more informed decisions every day. We know that our teammates are our most valuable asset, and we value a balanced life while tackling challenging projects in a fast-paced environment. 

The Senior Director, Data Technology will lead the transformation of a legacy data technology organization into a modern, cloud-native platform that powers products, analytics, and AI-driven insights. This senior leader will partner with Product and Engineering leadership to define technology strategy, build a high-performing organization, and unlock greater business value from data.

The Role: This leader will execute the technology strategy for a unified data platform, modernizing legacy technologies into an AWS cloud-native ecosystem. The role bridges Technology, Product, and the business to create trusted data, reusable intelligence, and scalable capabilities that power products, analytics, and AI. Success requires a builder mindset, strong organizational leadership, and the ability to drive change across teams while fostering a collaborative One-platform culture.

Top Strategic Priorities

  • Lead Data Platform Transformation Across North America and Europe
  • Modernize Cloud-Native Data Capabilities
  • Build a High-Performing Organization
  • Unlock Greater Business Value from Data

 Key Responsibilities

  • Partner closely with enterprise teams, as well as CARFAX product and technology leaders to align data strategies with broader product and business priorities.
  • Execute a unified data platform strategy within CARFAX businesses aligned to long-term business objectives.
  • Lead the migration from legacy on-premises technologies to AWS cloud-native services.
  • Modernize downstream data platforms, business rules, and interpretation capabilities.
  • Expand AI and advanced analytics to generate new data insights and reusable intelligence.
  • Improve data quality, reliability, scalability, and operational excellence.
  • Build engineering leadership capability, succession depth, and a high-performing organization.
  • Lead organizational change while fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture across teams and regions.

Qualifications

  • 12+ years leading data engineering, software engineering, or data technology organizations.
  • Proven success leading enterprise data platforms and cloud transformation initiatives.
  • Deep AWS and modern data platform expertise.
  • Experience partnering with Product and executive stakeholders.
  • Track record of building engineering leaders and leading organizational change.
  • Strong understanding of AI, advanced analytics, and large-scale data ecosystems.

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Published June 26, 2026
Location Columbia, SC
Job Type Full-Time