Technical Data Program/Project Manager

Job Title

Technical Data Project Manager – Data Platform Modernization

Department

Technology / Data Platforms

Location

London, UK

Role Summary

A Technical Data Project Manager to lead delivery of data platform modernization initiatives within a global banking environment. The role focuses on execution across data lake, data fabric, and DevOps‑enabled delivery models, working closely with engineering, architecture, and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of data platform programs
• Coordinate across data engineering, architecture, DevOps, and governance teams
• Manage program plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies
• Translate business requirements into technical execution roadmaps
• Drive alignment across global stakeholders
• Ensure delivery meets regulatory and governance expectations
• Enable Agile / DevOps‑based execution practices

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in project / program management
• Banking or financial services experience (mandatory)
• Experience working on data platforms / data lakes / big data programs
• Strong stakeholder management and execution ownership
• Ability to challenge technical teams without hands‑on coding

Preferred (Good to Have)

• Cloud exposure (AWS preferred, not mandatory)
• Awareness of data fabric / data mesh conceptsPrior background in data engineering or architecture
• Exposure to regulated environments

Not Required

• Hands‑on coding
• Deep specialization in one tool or technology

Why Join

• High‑impact data modernization programs
• Opportunity to shape execution across global teams
• Role with strong ownership and visibility