Job Title: Data Project Manager - Data Platforms
Location: Dubai, UAE
Job Summary
We are seeking a results-driven
Data & MI Automation Project Manager to lead enterprise data initiatives leveraging
Databricks and
Confluent Kafka in a regulated banking environment. The role requires strong expertise in
data platforms, project governance, MI automation, and regulatory compliance to ensure successful end-to-end delivery of complex data transformation initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience
Must-Have
- 7+ years of Project Management experience in banking or financial services.
- Proven experience leading data & MI automation projects, especially with Databricks and Confluent Kafka.
- Strong knowledge of data architecture, pipelines, and streaming technologies.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams (onshore/offshore).
- Proficient in Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies.
Technical Exposure
- Databricks (Delta Lake, MLflow, Spark)
- Confluent Kafka (Kafka Connect, kSQL, Schema Registry)
- Azure or AWS Cloud Platforms (preferably Azure)
- Integration tools (Informatica, Data Factory), CI/CD pipelines
- Oracle ERP implementation experience
- PowerBI
Preferred
- PMP / Prince2 / Scrum Master certification
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks: BCBS 239, GDPR, CBUAE regulations
- Strong understanding of data governance principles (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK)
Education
- Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
Thanks
Premalatha