Program Manager

We are looking for a dynamic Program Manager who can lead end-to-end program management of the cloud data modernization initiative, including defining and driving program governance with clear metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms.

• Role: Program Manager
• Experience: 20+ Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

• Lead end-to-end program management of the cloud data modernization initiative, focusing on Teradata to Databricks migration.
• Collaborate with architects, data engineers, and cloud teams to plan migration strategy, roadmap, and delivery milestones.
• Define and drive program governance with 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 mitigations.
• 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.

• 15-25 years 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 Dev Ops, or similar.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly promotion cycles and company-sponsored higher education and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards.

• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents.
• Hybrid work options and flexible working hours.
• Accessible facilities and assistive technologies for employees with disabilities.
• Inclusive environment and support for specific accessibility needs during the application process or employment.

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

• Director

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

For more detail, please contact – Shanmugam N ()

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