Delivery Lead - Data

The Data Delivery Lead is a dual role combining development lead and managerial responsibilities. This position oversees the development and migration of enterprise data solutions within AWS/Snowflake Cloud environment.

The role demands hands-on experience and a deep understanding of data products development and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planning and Execution:
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams onshore and offshore to create comprehensive project/sprint plans.
   • Track progress against plans, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
   • Manage project scope using documented change management techniques.
2. Delivery Excellence:
   • Oversee all aspects of project delivery, ensuring compliance with timelines and quality standards.
   • Develop and maintain project governance structures, processes, and KPIs.
   • Generate detailed reports on project performance, risks, and issues, providing impact analysis and mitigation strategies.
   • Track progress against plans, noting exceptions and action plans.
   • Proactively anticipate potential risks, identify mitigation plans, and effectively communicate with key stakeholders.
3. Risk Management:
   • Proactively identify potential risks and communicate them effectively.
   • Develop and oversee the implementation of mitigation and remediation plans.
   • Manage the allocation and utilization of project resources, ensuring optimal productivity.
4. Leadership:
   • Lead and manage a diverse team of professionals, including Data Analysts, Data E-Delivery/Scrum Masters, Solution Architects, Development & QA Leads.
   • Provide effective technical guidance to the development team.
   • Foster a collaborative environment, providing clear leadership and swift problem resolution.
   • Engage the team to identify project issues, risks, and develop action plans.
5. Customer Engagement:
   • Work closely with internal/external clients to understand their objectives and develop solutions that meet these objectives.

Engage in direct client communications with a high comfort level, maintaining excellent written and oral communication skills.

Professional Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required, master’s degree preferred, in information technology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Snowflake or other cloud-based data platforms (preferred but not required).
• A minimum of 10 to 15 years of relevant work experience.
• 2-4 years of P&C Insurance knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts.
• Understanding data warehousing concepts and data integrations patterns.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.