Manager, Data & Analytics at lyten – San Jose | Jobyssey

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking data and analytics manager to lead and scale our growing data organization. This individual will oversee a cross-functional team of Data Engineers, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists, driving the strategy, architecture, and execution of Lyten's data infrastructure and analytics capabilities. The ideal candidate is a technically deep, people-first leader who stays ahead of emerging industry trends and can translate complex data initiatives into measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Own end-to-end data strategy including architecture, governance, quality, security, compliance and lifecycle management

Design and maintain scalable, reliable data pipelines and warehouse infrastructure, including catalog documentation

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Operations, Engineering, Finance, Product) to deliver actionable insights

Evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to continuously improve the data ecosystem

Stay current with AI/ML advancements, LLMs, and emerging data platforms

Experience integrating AI capabilities into enterprise tools for broad, secure use across the organization, with a solid understanding of integration points (MCP servers, APIs, webhooks, SSO/auth)

Establish KPIs for team performance, data quality, and system reliability

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Data Engineers, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists

Required Qualifications

8+ years of total experience in the data field (data engineering, analytics, science, or related)

2+ years in a management, staff, or technical lead role overseeing data teams

Demonstrated ability to lead and develop multi-disciplinary data teams

Experience with coaching of direct reports to help their career growth and productivity

Proven ability to design scalable data architectures — data modeling, distributed pipelines, partitioning, and storage tiering — that sustain performance and reliability as data volume, query load, and source complexity grow

Hands-on experience with data warehousing platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, Redshift, or equivalent) and using machine learning, neural networks, and LLM applications within these platforms

Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, and dashboard tools (Tableau, Power BI etc.) for data analysis and transformation

Familiarity with tool and integration ecosystems (ETL/ELT tools, orchestration frameworks such as Airflow or dbt, CI/CD pipelines, batch, streaming, CDC) and ingestion from diverse SaaS APIs

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with Databricks (Genie, Delta Lake, MLflow, Unity Catalog)

Familiarity with data mesh or data lakehouse architectural patterns

Experience with real-time data streaming, data observability and monitoring processes

Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and their managed data services

Experience building ML pipelines in production environments

Exposure to vector databases and RAG architectures for LLM integration

Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and SCADA systems and their data outputs

Familiarity with battery-specific data domains including cell formation, cycling, electrochemical testing, and BMS data

Understanding of battery manufacturing process data and associated quality KPIs (electrode coating, cell assembly, electrolyte filling, formation)

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between

$141,100.00 - $211,700.00

The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.

Disclosures:

Pay Transparency Disclosure:

This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.

In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)

Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure:

Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions.

This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

IMPORTANT: Please be aware that fictitious job openings, consulting engagements, solicitations, interviews or employment offers may be circulated on the Internet in an attempt to obtain privileged information, or to induce you to pay a fee for services related to recruitment or training. Lyten Does NOT charge any application, processing, or training fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. We Do NOT use any messaging apps to recruit or communicate at any time during the recruiting process. Links to the actual job posting will be provided in the email, please verify the position is posted prior to communicating. All genuine job openings will be posted on our careers page and all communications will be from the recruiting team and will be from a @lyten.com email address.

Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.

Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.
Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.
Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.
Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.
Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.

Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.

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