Data Operations Manager

About the Role

Data Operations Manager in our Data & Analytics domain will drive operational execution and delivery coordination within our Data Engineering organization. The role ensures structured delivery, sprint execution, and operational governance across enterprise data initiatives on platforms such as Databricks, SQL Server, Time Xtender, and Power BI.

• Act as the operational backbone of the Data Engineering organization—coordinating delivery, monitoring platform stability, and driving continuous improvement across globally distributed teams.
• Support the Data Engineering Manager on Agile delivery, sprint planning, backlog coordination, and Jira governance.
• Oversee operational execution and delivery across Databricks, SQL, and Time Xtender environments.
• Monitor delivery progress, operational KPIs, and platform stability.
• Align on priorities and dependencies with the Data Engineering Manager, technical teams, and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational processes and engineering workflows.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise delivery standards and governance processes.
• Support resource planning and execution management across initiatives.
• Coordinate operational data issue handling and execution follow‑up across global teams, including with the Master Data Center of Excellence and Data Quality teams.
• Identify and help implement opportunities for automation and AI‑assisted capabilities in operational data processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in Data Operations, Delivery Management, or Data Engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum, and Jira.
• Experience working with Databricks, SQL, Time Xtender, Power BI, or similar enterprise data platforms.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills, fluent in English.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a global environment.
• Understanding of automation and AI‑assisted engineering practices is an advantage.
• Experience supporting global operational or shared service environments is beneficial.

• Dynamically international environment working with modern data and AI technologies.
• Truly global, remote‑friendly team collaborating daily across countries via Teams.
• Opportunities to grow in a high‑tech, mission‑driven company.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours to support work‑life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Travel opportunities (approx. 10%) to connect with teams and stakeholders.
• Chance to directly impact the future of sustainable food production.

JBT Marel is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.