Agile Project Manager (EDW)
GSSTech Group
Posted: January 28, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Agile Project Manager to lead the end-to-end implementation of Enterprise Data Warehouse projects in Dubai, UAE.
Required Skills
Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned Agile Project Manager to lead the end-to-end implementation of Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) projects. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between complex data engineering and business strategy, managing high-stakes delivery within the banking sector. You will be responsible for navigating the full data lifecycle, from ingestion to advanced visualization, while maintaining strict financial and dependency controls.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities
1. Agile Delivery & Governance
• Lead end-to-end implementation of Enterprise Data Warehouse projects using Agile methodologies.
• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives).
• Manage and track project budgets, ensuring financial transparency and ROI.
• Identify, track, and mitigate cross-team dependencies and technical blockers.
2. Technical Project Oversight
• Supervise data management workflows and the end-to-end data lifecycle within the EDW.
• Oversee development efforts involving PySpark or the Informatica Suite (BDM).
• Manage projects hosted on the Cloudera Data Platform (CDP).
• Drive the delivery of actionable insights through visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
3. Strategic Alignment (Good to Have)
• Manage specialized projects involving AI, Machine Learning, and Advanced Analytics.
• Oversee the development of Python-based data models for Risk, Finance, Retail, and Corporate business units.
• Implement and monitor Data Governance frameworks across the organizational data landscape.
Core Competencies
Behavioural
• Drives High Performance: Sets clear, challenging goals for the squad and ensures efficient, on-time delivery of data increments.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintains professional relationships with banking stakeholders, ensuring alignment between IT and business units.
• Agility & Innovation: Adapts quickly to changing regulatory requirements or shifting business priorities in the financial sector.
Technical (Must Have)
• EDW Expertise: Proven track record in Banking/Financial domain data projects.
• Tools: Deep familiarity with PySpark, Informatica BDM, and Cloudera (CDP).
• Agile Metrics: Expert in tracking Velocity, Burn-down charts, and Capacity planning.
Qualifications & Experience
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS, IT, Data Science, or Finance.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of specific Agile Project Management experience.
• Certification: PMP, CSM, or SAFe certification is highly desirable.