Job Description - 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 concepts
Prior 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
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