Engagement Delivery Lead / Manager | Banking & Financial Services | Data Management Expert

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cognizantMcLean (VA)

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Engagement Delivery Lead - AWS Cloud & Snowflake
Location: McLean, VA (3 days onsite) NO VISA DEPENDENT CANDIDATES CAN BE CONSIDEREDEngagement Delivery Lead | AWS Cloud | Snowflake | Client Leadership | McLean, VA (Onsite)
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Engagement Delivery Leadto drive strategic data and cloud transformation initiatives for a key client. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in AWS Cloud, Snowflake Data Platform, and Enterprise Data Solutions, coupled with exceptional client-facing and leadership skills. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, manage large-scale delivery engagements, collaborate with technical and business stakeholders, and ensure successful execution of cloud and data programs. We are looking for a "go-getter" who can proactively solve problems, influence stakeholders, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end delivery of AWS Cloud and Snowflake-based transformation programs. Act as the primary engagement leader and trusted advisor for client executives and senior stakeholders. Drive program governance, delivery planning, risk management, and executive reporting. Partner with client leadership to define strategic roadmaps and technology solutions. Collaborate with architects, engineering teams, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. Provide technical guidance on AWS cloud services, data platforms, Snowflake architecture, and modernization initiatives. Manage delivery teams across onsite and offshore locations. Ensure adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and budget objectives. Identify opportunities for account growth, client expansion, and additional service offerings. Lead executive-level meetings, steering committees, and business reviews. Mentor and guide technical teams while fostering a high-performance culture.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.12+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in Delivery Leadership or Engagement Management roles. Strong hands-on understanding of AWS Cloud technologies and cloud-native architectures. Deep knowledge of Snowflake Data Warehouse, Data Engineering, and Analytics ecosystems. Experience delivering large-scale cloud migration, modernization, and data transformation programs. Proven success managing senior client stakeholders and executive leadership teams. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and program governance. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications: AWS Certification (Solutions Architect, Professional, or equivalent).Snowflake Certification. Experience in Financial Services, Banking, Insurance, or Consulting environments. Prior experience managing multi-million-dollar technology engagements. Strong understanding of data architecture, ETL/ELT frameworks, and cloud governance.
Key Skills: Engagement Management Delivery LeadershipAWS Cloud Snowflake Data Engineering Cloud Migration Program Management Client Relationship Management Executive Stakeholder Management Agile Delivery Solution Architecture Risk & Issue Management
What We Are Looking For: A proactive leader who takes ownership and drives outcomes. Strong executive presence with the ability to engage client leadership. Technically credible in AWS and Snowflake discussions. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to influence teams and stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

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