What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Program Manager position at Tredence Inc.?
About Us:
Tredence is a global analytics services and solutions company. Our capabilities range from Data Visualization, Data Management to Advanced analytics, Big Data and Machine Learning. Our uniqueness is in bringing the right mix of technology and business analytics to create sustainable white-box solutions that are transitioned to our clients at the end of the engagement. We do this cost effectively using a global execution model leveraging our clients' existing technology and data assets. We also come in with strong IP and pre-built analytics solutions in data mining, business intelligence and Big Data.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (TPM) with expertise in business process mapping, Databricks architecture, data governance, process consulting, and Agile program/project management. The ideal candidate will drive large-scale data and cloud initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives while managing technical execution.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program & Project Management
- Lead end-to-end program/project delivery using Agile, Scrum, and hybrid methodologies.
- Define project scope, milestones, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Manage risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering, data science, and business teams.
2. Databricks & Data Architecture
- Design and optimize Azure Databricks architecture for scalable data processing and analytics.
- Define data modeling strategies (dimensional, relational, NoSQL) to support business needs.
- Ensure best practices in data governance, security, and compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
- Develop Data Governance Roadmaps and Blueprints for enterprise-wide adoption.
3. Business Process Mapping & Consulting
- Analyze and document as-is/to-be business processes, identifying automation and optimization opportunities.
- Drive process consulting initiatives to improve efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
- Align technical solutions with business goals through stakeholder workshops and requirements gathering.
4. Stakeholder & Leadership
- Act as a bridge between technical teams and business leaders, translating complex concepts into actionable insights.
- Present program updates, risks, and strategic recommendations to executives.
- Mentor teams on Agile best practices and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 8 years in Technical Program/Project Management, with expertise in Azure Databricks, data architecture, and governance.
- Strong experience in business process mapping, process consulting, and workflow optimization.
- Hands-on knowledge of data modeling (ETL, Lakehouse, Delta Lake), SQL, and big data technologies.
- Certifications in Agile (SAFe, PMI-ACP), Databricks, Azure, or TOGAF are a plus.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with data mesh/fabric architectures.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and MLOps.
- Familiarity with AI/ML workflows in Databricks.
