Lead end-to-end program management of the cloud data platform modernization initiative, with a primary focus on Teradata to Databricks and snowflake migration.
Work with architects, data engineers, and cloud teams to plan and oversee migration strategy, roadmap, and delivery milestones.
Define and drive program governance, including establishing clear metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms.
Coordinate with stakeholders across business, infrastructure, and data teams to ensure alignment on timelines, priorities, and dependencies.
Ensure robust risk and issue management with proactive mitigation strategies.
Manage multiple work streams including data ingestion, ETL/ELT modernization, data quality, security, and compliance.
Partner with vendor teams and system integrators to manage third-party deliverables and performance.
Drive Agile and/or hybrid delivery methodologies across program teams.
Ensure adherence to cloud best practices, data security standards, and enterprise architectural guidelines.
Report program health, status, and risks to executive leadership in a structured and actionable format.

Requirements

15-25 year of program and project management experience in large-scale data transformation or modernization initiatives.
Proven experience managing Teradata migrations to modern platforms like Databricks.
Hands-on experience or strong technical understanding of cloud platforms (Azure) and cloud-native data ecosystems.
Deep knowledge of data engineering and analytics pipelines, including ETL/ELT, Spark, SQL, and modern data lakehouse architectures.
Strong background in stakeholder management, budget oversight, and vendor governance.
Excellent understanding of Agile, Scrum, and/or SAFe delivery methodologies.
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience in regulated environments (finance, healthcare, etc.) is a plus.
Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

program managementdata transformationTeradataDatabricksSnowflakeETLELTSparkSQLdata lakehouse architecture

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementbudget oversightvendor governanceanalytical skillscommunication skillsleadership skillsrisk managementissue managementproactive mitigationprogram governance