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Data Platform Manager

Apex Systems
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
Job#: 3028617

Job Description:

Data Platform Manager

Location: Columbus, Ohio (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract to Perm

Rate: $90-$105 on w2

Salary: $120-$130k 15% bonus

Role Overview

We are looking for a data platform manager to join a data technology organization. In this role, you will lead a team of platform engineers during a strategic migration of data assets to the cloud. You will work closely with the data office organization to influence business and technology strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of colleagues and contractors, providing resource allocation, coaching, and development.
  • Translate technical designs into implemented physical data models that meet governance, architecture, and business requirements for data warehousing.
  • Work with operational data and acquisition teams to manage incoming sources and support downstream systems for reporting and analytics.
  • Collaborate with partners to prototype and recommend data solutions while embracing new technologies.
  • Remain current on technology developments and align future state goals with strategic business goals.
  • Develop and maintain a technology roadmap for aligned data platforms, including the execution of strategic and tactical initiatives.
  • Maintain stable operations, ensuring operational metrics are proactively managed and reported.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree.

Experience: 7 years of experience as a technology manager for data warehouse teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 7 years in an IT environment.
  • Experience implementing cloud and enterprise data solutions.
  • Proficiency in AWS data technologies such as Lambda, S3, EC2, and IAM rules.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and discuss technical concepts with technical and nontechnical audiences.
  • Organizational skills with demonstrated ability to build and manage a team and deliver work to expectations.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with developers, analysts, and business colleagues.
  • Knowledge and experience with DevOps practices, continuous delivery, and infrastructure as code.
  • 5 years using ETL / data movement tools (e.g., AWS Glue, Informatica, IBM Infosphere).
  • Experience in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, Scala, C/C ).
  • Ability to evaluate, prototype, and recommend emerging Cloud data technologies.
  • Relevant certification in public cloud services is desirable.
  • Experience with data governance and data management approaches, including data quality.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

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