Sr Manager, Data & Analytics

Sr Manager, Data & Analytics We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States. A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future The Senior Manager, Data & Analytics leads one or more teams of analysts, engineers, data scientists, and developers to deliver high-impact data insights that drive strategic business decisions. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role: the Senior Manager stays close enough to the architecture and implementation to guide technical decisions, review approaches, and jump in when needed, while leading the team and translating business priorities into execution. This role involves overseeing complex operations, ensuring projects are completed on time and strategically aligned with organizational goals. The Senior Manager is expected to contribute to defining and driving the long‑term strategic vision for the analytics function, and to influence senior leadership on data‑driven decision‑making. They collaborate with senior executives and cross‑functional teams to translate overarching business strategies into large‑scale analytics initiatives. The Senior Manager guides and mentors more junior managers, team leads, and data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement while establishing and scaling best practices in data management and analysis. They are accountable for setting and tracking performance metrics, driving organization‑wide data initiatives, and delivering high‑impact results in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Additionally, they play a key role in shaping data governance policies and ensuring that analytics efforts are scalable and aligned with long‑term business objectives. Your Responsibilities on the Team Lead, mentor, and develop one or more teams of data analysts, engineers, and scientists, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture, promoting continuous learning and professional growth. Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of data and analytics projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and meet business requirements. Prioritize and allocate resources effectively to meet project demands, balancing short‑term needs with long‑term strategic objectives. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify and translate business needs into actionable analytics projects. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and outcomes. Ensure adherence to data governance policies, standards, and regulatory requirements, maintaining the integrity and security of data. Implement and enforce best practices for data management, quality, and privacy within the team. Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the team's projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the progress and impact of analytics efforts. Contribute to the strategic direction of the data and analytics function by identifying new opportunities for leveraging data to drive business value. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, applying innovative approaches to enhance the team's capabilities. Continuously evaluate and improve processes, tools, and methodologies to increase the team's efficiency and effectiveness. Ensure that the team's operations are streamlined and aligned with overall business priorities. Associates in this role typically have a high degree of autonomy in managing their teams and projects. They are responsible for making decisions on resource allocation, project prioritization, and team development without needing direct supervision. While they collaborate closely with senior leadership for strategic direction and stakeholder alignment, they have the authority to shape the day‑to‑day operations and long‑term plans of their team. This autonomy allows them to respond quickly to changing business needs and drive continuous improvement within the data and analytics function. Your Toolbox Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline. Certifications in data analytics, data management, or project management (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or relevant technical certifications) can be advantageous. A strong foundation in quantitative analysis, data manipulation, and business applications of data is essential. 5+ years of relevant experience in data analytics, data science, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role, overseeing data teams and projects. Ability to lead, mentor, and develop one or more diverse teams of data professionals. Proficiency with data analytics tools, programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL), and data management platforms. Proven experience in managing complex data projects, including resource allocation and timeline management. Ability to translate business needs into actionable data strategies. Expertise in implementing and enforcing data governance and compliance policies. Strong ability to convey complex data insights to non‑technical stakeholders. Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills to derive actionable insights. Ability to stay current with industry trends and adapt to changing business needs. High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in data outputs. Strong Technical Experience with: This role requires enough hands‑on depth in the areas below to guide architecture decisions, review technical approaches, and contribute directly when needed. Advanced Python Development: Writing clean, object‑oriented, and production‑grade Python code for complex data manipulation, automation, and API communication. AWS Platform & Containerization: Hands‑on experience deploying, managing, and scaling containerized data workloads using AWS ECS (Elastic Container Service) and ECR. Core AWS architecture: S3, IAM, Lambda, EC2, CloudWatch, and CloudTrail. AWS Certification is a strong plus. Snowflake Data Cloud: Account administration, optimal virtual warehouse clustering strategies, and budget‑optimization. Expert feature implementation: Data Sharing, Time Travel, and Zero‑copy cloning. dbt (Data Build Tool): Managing multi‑repository dbt projects and configuring dbt Cloud environments. Creating, documenting, and optimizing advanced dbt models and custom macros. AI‑Assisted Engineering & Data Tools: Daily proficiency with AI coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or Claude/OpenAI APIs) to maximize development efficiency. Familiarity with cloud‑native AI services (e.g., Snowflake Cortex or AWS Bedrock) for embedding LLM capabilities directly inside the data layer. Exposure to frameworks used for AI data preparation (e.g., LangChain, Vector Databases, or text embedding generation). Data Ingestion & Integration: Incremental loading and Change Data Capture (CDC) methods. Extensive experience querying and integrating with complex external REST APIs. Version Control & CI/CD: Advanced Git/GitHub branching strategies, pull request enforcement, and automated deployment pipelines. Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements: This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary. This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business. General Overview of Compensation & Benefits: We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $166,610.90 - $222,148, subject to adjustment based on business‑related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations. This position may be eligible for bonuses. This position may be eligible for commissions. This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy. This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business. Life at Lennar At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well‑being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits. Join the fun and follow us on social media to see what's happening at our company, and don't forget to connect with us on Lennar: Overview | LinkedIn for the latest job opportunities. Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lennar USA