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About the Role

Vista Equity Partners is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and strategic SVP, Data & AI Transformation to lead the firm's enterprise AI and data transformation capabilities. This senior leader will report directly to the Chief Information Officer and drive the strategic planning, development, and execution of Vista's enterprise AI and data strategy, owning the vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI and data initiatives that transform how the firm operates, makes investment decisions, and delivers value globally. The role prioritizes AI and data investments that deliver measurable outcomes in productivity, decision-making, and operational efficiency, and embeds AI and data capabilities into Vista's operations, processes, and products. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape one of Vista's most strategic technology capabilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and drive an industry-leading enterprise AI and data organization by providing strategic leadership on AI technologies, data platforms, vendors, and operating models.
Define and execute Vista's enterprise AI and data strategy and transformation roadmap, ensuring investments align with strategic priorities and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Lead the firm's enterprise AI and data roadmap and product prioritization process.
Own the firm's enterprise data strategy, including data governance, data quality, and foundational architecture for scalable and responsible AI.
Build and run a high-performing team of data engineers, AI enablement personnel, and AI platform engineers.
Define and operationalize the “AI citizen-developer” process to enable employees to leverage AI securely and compliantly.
Partner with leaders across Vista to identify, prioritize, and deliver AI- and data-enabled initiatives.
Establish, maintain, and report upon key performance indicators for AI and data adoption, business value, operational impact, and ROI.
Lead enterprise AI and data transformation initiatives by developing business cases, defining success metrics, driving alignment, and overseeing implementation.
Oversee strategic partnerships with AI and data technology providers and external vendors.
Foster AI and data literacy and adoption through education, enablement, and change management programs.
Maintain a strong understanding of emerging AI and data technologies and translate new capabilities into practical business applications.
Partner closely with Information Security, Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management to ensure AI and data technologies are deployed in accordance with requirements.
Communicate key stakeholder insights and advise executive leadership on AI and data strategy, investment priorities, and emerging opportunities.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive experience leading enterprise technology, AI, data, digital transformation, product management, strategy, or consulting organizations preferred.
Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise transformation strategies with measurable business outcomes.
Strong history of building, managing, and developing high-performing teams while attracting and retaining top technology and data talent.
Proven track record leading large-scale organizational change initiatives and driving enterprise adoption of new technologies.
Strong understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, automation technologies, enterprise data strategy, data governance, and modern technology platforms.
Experience developing enterprise governance frameworks, operating models, and change management programs that support scalable technology and data adoption.
Strong commercial mindset with demonstrated ability to prioritize investments, evaluate emerging technologies, and translate innovation into measurable business value.
Experience managing strategic technology and data vendors and external partnerships.
Familiarity with regulatory, privacy, security, and compliance considerations associated with enterprise AI and data deployment.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders across a complex, global organization.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.

Skills

AI technologies
Data platforms
AI and data strategy
AI and data transformation
AI and data roadmap
Enterprise data strategy
Data governance
Data quality
AI enablement
AI platform engineering
AI citizen-developer process
AI- and data-enabled initiatives
AI and data adoption
Emerging AI and data technologies
Machine learning
Generative AI
Automation technologies
Modern technology platforms
Enterprise governance frameworks
Operating models
Change management programs
Technology vendor management
Data vendor management
External partnerships
Regulatory compliance
Privacy compliance
Security compliance
Communication skills
Presentation skills
Influencing executive stakeholders

Location

Austin, TX
New York, NY

Work Type

Onsite

Experience Level

15+ years of progressive experience
Senior leader

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.

About the Company

Vista Equity Partners (Vista) is a leading global technology investor specializing in software.
Through its private market strategies — private equity and private credit — and tailored private wealth solutions, Vista seeks to deliver differentiated returns using a proprietary, disciplined approach.
Over 25 years, the firm has built a diversified portfolio of mission-critical software companies serving millions worldwide.
Vista’s private equity strategy actively partners with its portfolio to harness transformative technologies like generative AI, driving innovation and operational excellence at scale.