Senior Director, Data Platform

Who We Are: We’re a high-growth software company with a big mission : empowering K-12 district teams to do more with less. At LINQ, we get K12. That’s why we help districts transform K-12 school operations with best-in-class, cloud-based software solutions built to help districts return more resources to classrooms. Integrating finance, HR, nutrition management, and payments into a single, secure platform, LINQ reduces administrative burden. LINQ is trusted by 30% of school districts across the U.S. to help them operate more efficiently and serve over 1 billion meals to 17 million students annually, process payroll for 364,000 educators, administrators, and staff, and engage with millions of families through the free LINQ Connect app. Our team? They’re talented, committed, and fiercely loyal problem-solvers. At LINQ, you’ll find challenging and meaningful work, a team that respects and uplifts one another, and a commitment to constant improvement. Our customers love us because we’re attentive, patient, communicative, and solutions focused. They know they can count on us to not only anticipate their needs but to deliver the right answer every time. LINQ’s Values: • Act with Integrity & Build Trust: Trust is the foundation of our company. We operate with the highest standards of integrity, both internally and externally. We believe in transparency, honesty, and accountability. Building a culture where trust is earned and maintained. • Deliver Excellence: We consistently exceed our clients’ expectations. In every interaction, we strive to anticipate needs, provide swift solutions, and go the extra mile to relentlessly impress our customers. We communicate clearly, consistently, and in a timely way to cultivate lasting relationships. • Embrace Challenges: We embrace a growth mindset. Challenges offer opportunities to learn, grow, and improve. Continuous learning keeps us relevant and effective to ensure our solutions remain on the leading edge of innovation. • Collaborate & Act as One Team: Diverse skills, ideas, and perspectives are our strength. Through open communication, shared goals, and a spirit of unity and mutual respect, we collaborate to achieve excellence, drive innovation, and propel our company forward as a cohesive force. About The Team: The Data Platform team powers LINQ’s internal intelligence and business operations; connecting the dots between go-to-market systems, financial processes, and product analytics. The team spans two distinct but closely integrated functions: Business Systems and Data Engineering. Together, these functions are central to how LINQ drives decisions, measures outcomes, and scales operations across the organization. This team partners closely with Revenue, Finance, Product, and Engineering to ensure that data flows cleanly from source to insight. About The Role: We are seeking a Senior Director of Data Platform to lead and unify LINQ’s Business Systems and Data Engineering functions. This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role responsible for the people, tools, and infrastructure that power our data-driven operations. You will manage our CRM ecosystem and revenue operations tooling alongside our data and BI stack. This role operates at the intersection of technology and business strategy, requiring equal parts technical credibility and executive communication. Primary Objectives : Own and evolve LINQ’s Data Platform strategy, spanning Business Systems (Salesforce and RevOps tooling) and Data Engineering (Snowflake, dbt). Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team across two functions; managers and individual contributors alike. Ensure data reliability, governance, and operational excellence across all systems under your purview. Partner cross-functionally with Revenue, Finance, Product, and Engineering to translate business needs into scalable data solutions. What You Will Be Doing: Business Systems Own the strategy and operations of LINQ’s Salesforce environment, including Sales Cloud, CPQ, and all connected RevOps tooling. Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Customer Success to capture business requirements and translate them into scalable CRM solutions. Govern data quality, user access, integration architecture, and system reliability across all Business Systems platforms. Evaluate, procure, and manage third-party RevOps tools (e.g., Gong, Clari, ZoomInfo, or similar) to support GTM effectiveness and revenue intelligence. Drive adoption and change management as new tools and processes are introduced across revenue-facing teams. Data Engineering Own the architecture and operations of LINQ’s modern data stack, including data warehouse, transformation layer, and orchestration/pipeline tooling. Lead data modeling strategy, ensuring clean, well-documented, and business-aligned data products across Finance, RevOps, Product, and Operations domains. Establish and enforce data governance standards: lineage, cataloging, access controls, and data quality frameworks. Partner with Analytics, Engineering, and Product to deliver trusted data to downstream consumers; dashboards, reporting, and operational workflows. Drive the evolution of LINQ’s data infrastructure from ingestion through transformation to delivery. Leadership & Strategy Hire, develop, and retain strong technical and operational talent across both functions. Set clear team direction, priorities, and OKRs in alignment with LINQ’s strategic goals. Represent the Data Platform function in senior leadership forums and cross-functional planning. Build a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement across your team. What We Are Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience); advanced degree a plus. 10+ years of experience in data, business systems, or related technical fields, with at least 4+ years in a senior leadership role managing managers and cross-functional teams. Deep expertise with Salesforce (Sales Cloud, CPQ preferred) and demonstrated experience governing RevOps technology ecosystems. Strong background in modern data engineering: Snowflake, dbt, ETL/ELT pipelines, data modeling, and cloud data infrastructure. Proven ability to bridge business needs and technical execution—translating ambiguous requirements into reliable systems and data products. Experience establishing data governance, quality, and security frameworks at scale. Track record of building and developing high-performing technical teams in fast-paced, growth-stage environments. Excellent communication and executive presence—able to influence and align stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong project and program management skills; comfortable managing competing priorities across multiple workstreams. What will Make You Stand Out: Experience leading both a Business Systems (CRM/RevOps) function and a Data Engineering function simultaneously. Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Administrator, Platform App Builder, or Architect-level credentials). Familiarity with data mesh, data product, or data contract architectures. Experience with downstream BI and analytics tooling (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Sigma) as a consumer of the data platform. Background in K–12 EdTech or adjacent SaaS markets. The Tech: Salesforce (Sales Cloud, CPQ) RevOps tooling (e.g., Gong, Clari, ZoomInfo, or similar) Snowflake dbt (dbt Core or dbt Cloud) Data pipeline/orchestration tools (e.g., Fivetran, Airbyte, Airflow) BI/Analytics tooling (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Sigma, or similar) GitHub Enterprise Travel Requirements: Less than 5 % Why You'll Love Working With Us 🌎 Flex Your Workspace: Work remote from one of our eligible states across the US, or if you’re near Austin three days in office a week! 💰 Planning Your Future: Our 401(k) plan comes with a 4% employer match on total earnings (not just your base salary). 💸 Performance Pays Off: Whether it’s a company bonus or target sales commission, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. 🌴 Vacation Your Way: Our flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan lets you take the time you need, when you need it. 👶 Paid Parental Leave: Take the time you need to welcome your new addition – We’ve got you covered! 🎉 Ten Paid Corporate Holidays: Enjoy a little extra downtime to relax and recharge with the ten paid holidays each year. ❤️ Giving Back: Feel good while doing good – 16 paid volunteer hours to support the causes that matter most to you. #LINQCares 🏥 Benefits That Have Your Back (And Teeth, Too!): Rock-solid medical, dental and vision coverage. Pick your vibe: a low deductible PPO and pair with an FSA or a HDHP with a sweet HSA – with contributions from LINQ. Dental perks that even cover braces for the kiddos. 💪 Wellness Perks: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance. Gym reimbursements and tons of extra savings on travel assistance, employee assistance, and even pet insurance options. 🎁 Rewards For Referrals: Got an amazing candidate in your network? Send them our way and earn a referral bonus when they join the team! EOE Statement/Accommodation Notice: As a federal contractor and equal employment opportunity employer, LINQ adheres to all applicable laws and regulations regarding employment practices, ensuring that all qualified individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications. 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