Head of Technical Programme Management

Company Description BLEND360 is an award-winning,new breed Data Science Solutions Company focused on powering exceptional results to our Fortune 500 clients. We are a fast-growing company—born at the intersection of advanced analytics, data and technology.
Job Description This is a long term contract opportunity!
We seek a proactive and driven Technical Program Manager who thrives in fast-paced, client-centric environments to lead day-to-day delivery of the Marketing Data Layer build, a foundational data platform initiative within our client’s Customer 360 program.
The Technical Program Manager will own day-to-day delivery of the Marketing Data Layer build across a 22-person distributed team spanning onshore leads and nearshore execution pods. This role is critical in ensuring seamless execution, managing risks, and fostering collaboration across four delivery pods. Drive sprint planning, execution, and retrospectives for the four delivery pods, with full accountability for outcomes.

Manage cross-team dependencies with the CDP RFP workstream, legacy data teams, and Servicing stakeholders, holding them accountable to commitments.

AWS-based ingestion pipelines, identity resolution MVP, the curated data model layer, and platform infrastructure supporting 18 marketing data domains.

Navigate ambiguity with confidence, translating unclear requirements into structured plans.

Scope and plan workstreams across the blended 22-person team balancing delivery speed, quality, and client priorities.

Identify delivery risks early across the build (technical, dependency-related, and resourcing) and develop mitigation strategies

Deliver clear, regular status communication, including milestone progress, risk posture, and dependency health.

Apply industry-standard project management methodologies (Agile/SCRUM, Waterfall) to fit the needs of each engagement.

Create and maintain project documentation including RACI, RAID, project plans, status, communication plans, etc.

Build trusted relationships with client and internal stakeholders through a consultative approach: understanding needs, framing solutions, and ensuring alignment at every stage of the project lifecycle.

Manage contractor onboarding, knowledge transfer, and vendor coordination

8+ years of experience in technical program management, including 3+ years managing data engineering teams.

Proven track record of delivering data platform builds end-to-end, with full ownership of outcomes across ingestion, modeling, and infrastructure workstreams.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Skilled in managing competing priorities, navigating ambiguity, and driving alignment across stakeholders.

Experience managing distributed teams across onshore and nearshore time zones, with a collaborative mindset and a bias toward action and results.

Experience with Agile/SCRUM, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies in the context of data platform builds.

Ability to travel to client sites when needed

Certifications such as SCRUM, PMP, or Certified AI Project Manager.

Experience delivering AWS-based data platforms (ingestion pipelines, identity resolution, curated data models) and familiarity with marketing data domains and CDP integrations

Actual compensation within the range will be dependent on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, training, and location. BLEND360 offers a competitive benefits program designed to support the health and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Benefits vary by role and eligibility and may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and employee assistance programs.

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