Technical Project Manager | Data Engineering & Data ScienceLocation: Dallas, TX Hybrid (Onsite + Remote)
Employment Type: Full Time / Contract (W2)
Duration: 12+ Months (Ongoing)
Cloud Environment: Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Team Structure: US Onsite Teams and Offshore GCC Teams
Compensation: Competitive Market Rate We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with strong expertise in Data Engineering and Data Science programs to lead enterprise initiatives within a large commercial airline environment.In this role, you will coordinate project delivery between onsite leadership in the United States and offshore Global Capability Center (GCC) teams, driving AWS-based Data Engineering, Analytics, and Machine Learning initiatives from planning through successful delivery.
Required QualificationsTechnical Skills* Experience managing Data Engineering and/or Data Science projects*
Strong understanding of AWS data services: Amazon S3
- AWS Glue
- Amazon Redshift
- Amazon EMR
- Amazon Athena
- Amazon SageMaker
- AWS Lambda
- AWS Step Functions* Knowledge of ETL/ELT frameworks and modern data pipeline architecture* Familiarity with Machine Learning lifecycle management* Experience with Agile delivery methodologies (Scrum or SAFe)* Experience using Jira, Confluence, or similar project management tools* Understanding of cloud security, data governance, and data quality best practicesProject Management* Experience managing complex enterprise technology programs* Experience coordinating onsite and offshore GCC teams* Strong skills in project planning, dependency management, risk management, and stakeholder communication* Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to executive leadershipProfessional Skills* Excellent verbal and written communication* Strong organizational and planning abilities* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment* Comfortable working with cross-functional and multicultural teamsKey ResponsibilitiesProject Delivery* Lead end-to-end delivery of Data Engineering and Data Science initiatives* Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and success metrics* Manage project plans, RAID logs, risk registers, and executive status reporting* Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectivesOffshore Team Coordination* Serve as the primary liaison between onsite stakeholders and offshore GCC teams* Coordinate work across multiple time zones* Manage resource planning, priorities, escalations, and delivery governance* Ensure transparency and accountability across distributed teamsTechnical LeadershipAWS Technologies: Amazon S3
- AWS Glue
- Amazon Redshift
- Amazon EMR
- AWS Lambda
- Amazon SageMaker
- Amazon Athena
- AWS Step FunctionsAdditional responsibilities include:* Partner with Data Engineers and Data Scientists* Support architecture reviews and data pipeline planning* Coordinate Machine Learning model deployments* Ensure compliance with cloud security, data governance, and data quality standardsStakeholder Management* Present project updates to executive leadership* Act as the primary point of contact for business and technology stakeholders* Identify project risks and drive mitigation plans* Facilitate collaboration across Engineering, Analytics, Operations, and IT teamsPreferred QualificationsCertifications :
- PMP
- PMI-ACP
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
- SAFe
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- AWS Solutions ArchitectIndustry Experience :Commercial Airlines
- Travel
- Transportation
- LogisticsAdditional Technical Experience : Kafka
- Amazon Kinesis
- Tableau
- Amazon QuickSight
- Microsoft Power BI
- DataOps
- MLOpsDomain Knowledge :Passenger Operations
- Revenue Management
- Fleet Analytics
- Loyalty ProgramsBefore You ApplyPlease ensure you meet most of the following qualifications:* Experience managing Data Engineering or Data Science programs* Strong understanding of AWS data services* Experience leading Agile project teams* Experience coordinating onsite and offshore teams* Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills* Ability to work in a Hybrid environment* Valid authorization to work in the United States under one of the accepted work authorization categories
Flexible work from home options available.
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