Data Domain Delivery Head

We are looking for an experienced delivery leader to own end-to-end delivery of a Data Platform Engineering and Analytics application portfolio. The role involves leading multiple delivery teams, managing complex technology programs, and driving data platform transformation in a global delivery environment.

Job Responsibilities

Own end-to-end delivery of the Data Platform Engineering and Analytics application portfolio. Lead multiple delivery teams operating across Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies. Manage delivery commitments, project timelines, resource allocation, financial performance, risks, and dependencies. Establish and lead executive governance forums, steering committees, and delivery review meetings.

Drive large-scale transition, transformation, and vendor consolidation initiatives. Provide executive-level bilingual reporting, presentations, and stakeholder communications. Manage critical escalations and proactively address stakeholder concerns. Oversee Data Engineering, ETL, Data Integration, Reporting, Analytics, Testing, and Application Development teams.

Drive modernization initiatives, cloud migration programs, and enterprise data platform transformation strategies. Ensure compliance with organizational governance, security, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must meet the following requirements: 12–16+ years of experience leading large-scale Data & Analytics, Data Engineering, or Application Development & Maintenance (ADM) programs. Strong Japanese client-facing experience, with business-level Japanese and English communication skills. Proven expertise in Data Engineering, Data Platforms, Application Development, and Managed Services delivery.

10+ years of experience managing large ADM portfolios and complex technology programs. Experience leading BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) engagements, preferably in Japan. Strong Program and Portfolio Management experience, including planning, governance, budgeting, and stakeholder management. Demonstrated experience managing geographically distributed teams across onsite and offshore delivery models.

Experience managing delivery financials, commercial commitments, vendor performance, and operational governance. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, negotiation, and escalation management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Azure Data Platform technologies, including Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, and SQL Server. Experience leading cloud migration, data modernization, and digital transformation programs. Knowledge of AI, automation, and advanced analytics initiatives.

PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, SAFe, Azure, or Data & Analytics certifications. Experience managing multi-vendor ecosystems within large enterprises.