Project Manager, Data Engineering, Data Warehousing

Experience
8+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years in leading data initiatives and programs

We are seeking an experienced Data Project Manager to lead and deliver enterprise-scale data initiatives, with a strong focus on Data Management and Data Governance practices
. The ideal candidate will be responsible not only for project delivery but also for establishing, implementing, and strengthening data governance frameworks and data management processes across the organization
.

Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Leadership

• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of data initiatives aligned with business and data strategy
• Define program roadmaps, timelines, milestones, and governance structures
• Manage risks, dependencies, and ensure timely resolution of issues

• Drive the implementation and adoption of enterprise Data Management and Data Governance frameworks
• Establish and strengthen processes related to:
  • Data quality management
  • Metadata management
  • Data lineage and traceability
  • Data stewardship and ownership models
• Define and enforce data policies, standards, and controls across the organization
• Ensure alignment with regulatory, compliance, and audit requirements
• Promote a data-first culture and governance discipline across business and technology teams

• Act as a bridge between business, data, and technology stakeholders
• Provide executive-level updates, dashboards, and governance reporting
• Collaborate with leadership to align data initiatives with organizational priorities

• Lead cross-functional teams including data engineers, analysts, and governance specialists
• Drive accountability, collaboration, and performance across distributed teams
• Mentor teams on data governance best practices and project execution

• Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting cadence for data initiatives
• Implement Agile/Scrum or hybrid delivery models where applicable
• Drive continuous improvement in data processes and delivery methodologies

• Manage program budgets, resource planning, and cost optimization
• Ensure effective utilization of resources across initiatives

• 8+ years of IT experience with proven track record of leading data programs and initiatives
• Strong, hands-on experience in Data Management and Data Governance (mandatory)
• Deep understanding of:
  • Data quality, metadata management, lineage, and stewardship
  • Data Warehousing concepts
  • ETL/ELT tools (Informatica, Talend, DBT, etc.)
  • Cloud platforms ( AWS / Azure/ GCP)
  • Modern data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks)
• Strong understanding of data compliance, security, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills

• Experience in Data Ops and governance automation
• Exposure to AI-driven data governance or data quality frameworks
• Domain experience in Banking / Financial Services
• PMP / SAFe / Agile certifications