Project manager with Data Platform Exp || Onsite in Irving, TX || Must work on our W2

Title: Data Platform Project Manager (Project manager with Data Platform Exp)

Location: Irving, TX (Onsite) – Local candidate only

Must work on our W2

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Data Platform Project Manager to lead and manage enterprise-level data platform initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing data engineering, cloud, analytics, and platform modernization projects while coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders. This role requires expertise in Agile project delivery, stakeholder communication, risk management, and data platform implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of data platform and data transformation projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with data engineering, BI, analytics, cloud, and business teams.
• Drive Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and status reporting.
• Track project milestones, dependencies, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Work closely with architects and engineering teams on cloud data platform initiatives.
• Ensure successful integration of data pipelines, ETL processes, reporting, and analytics solutions.
• Prepare project documentation, dashboards, executive reports, and governance updates.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Support data migration, modernization, and platform enhancement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise data governance and security standards.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of Project Management experience.
• Strong experience managing Data Platform / Data Engineering / BI projects.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of ETL, Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, and Analytics platforms.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams simultaneously.
• Experience in risk management, budgeting, and resource planning.