Onsite Program Manager – Cloud Data Platform Modernization

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About the role

  • Program Manager leading end-to-end cloud data platform modernization focused on Teradata to Databricks migration. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategy, governance, and delivery outcomes in Minneapolis.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Job title

Program Manager – Cloud Data Platform Modernization

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$160,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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