Director of Architecture and Data Governance

Location: San Antonio, TX (On-site)

Step into the Future with Steak 'n Shake
As Steak 'n Shake enters a new era of innovation; we’re seeking a Director of Data Architecture & Governance to build the foundation of our data transformation. In this role, you’ll define how we structure, secure, and manage data across every system, ensuring our teams have trusted insights to fuel bold decisions.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and maintain Steak 'n Shake’s enterprise data architecture, including data lakes, data warehouses, and real-time data systems
• Create and enforce data governance policies to ensure consistency, compliance, and security across platforms (POS, HRIS, finance, supply chain, etc.)
• Establish standards for metadata management, master data, data lineage, and data stewardship
• Evaluate and implement tools for data cataloging, classification, and access control
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Legal, HR, and Operations to support responsible data use
• Lead data quality initiatives, including auditing, cleansing, and validation processes
• Advise the executive team on data risks, opportunities, and strategic infrastructure planning

What You Bring:

• 8 years of experience in data architecture, data governance, or enterprise data management
• Proven ability to design scalable data ecosystems in hybrid or cloud environments (e.g., GCP, AWS, Snowflake)
• Experience with governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA, DMBOK) and compliance regulations (e.g., CCPA, PCI)
• Familiarity with ETL tools, metadata platforms, and data security protocols
• Excellent cross-functional leadership and documentation skills
• Passion for building data systems that are clean, scalable, and business-ready