Senior Director – Platform Manager – Index Data

Nasdaq

Platform Manager leading the strategy for Nasdaq’s Index Platform, focusing on data transformation and product delivery. Collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring performance metrics are met in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $142,000 - $263,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and launching data platforms, with a strong focus on data management concepts, analytics, and product performance metrics. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights in the financial domain.

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Data Management ConceptsData PipelinesData Architecture PrinciplesAgile MethodologyProduct Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsData TransformationBusiness Requirements DefinitionKey Metrics AnalysisPlatform Roadmap ManagementVendor Data OnboardingFinancial Data KnowledgeProblem-SolvingAnalytics

Soft Skills

CollaborationBusiness Acumen

Tools & Technologies

DatabricksJIRAConfluence

Industry Keywords

Global Financial DataIndex ProviderAsset ManagementBank Derivatives Desk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape Nasdaq’s Index Platform by leading the onboarding, standardizing, and transforming vendor and internal data
Define business requirements and data methodologies for global indexes
Lead ideation sessions for platform features and enhancements
Own the platform roadmap and delivery lifecycle from ideation to production
Act as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders
Define and analyze key metrics to measure product performance
Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights
Collaborate across Nasdaq groups for best practices and data sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or similar
12 years experience at either an index provider, asset management or bank derivatives desk
Extensive domain knowledge of global financial data
Strong understanding of data management concepts, data pipelines, and data architecture principles
Experience using Databricks or similar platforms
Proven track record of successfully managing and launching platforms or data products
Strong analytics and problem-solving skills
Experience with agile methodology and product management
Proficient with tools like JIRA and Confluence
Strong business acumen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive rewards package
Generous annual bonus/commission
Equity (long-term incentive)
Comprehensive benefits
401(k) program with 6% employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
Student loan repayment program up to $10k
Company paid life and disability plans
Generous paid time off
Health insurance coverage
Health spending account with employer contribution
Paid flex days for mental wellbeing
Gym membership discounts
Paid parental leave
Fertility benefits
Paid bereavement leave
Company gift matching program
Employee resource groups
Paid volunteer days
Education Assistance Program
Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities