Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the energetic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager with strong expertise in Data & Analytics programs, cloud data platforms, and large-scale data transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing Databricks and Azure-based projects, including data migration, data warehouse modernization, data lake implementations, and ETL/ELT development programs.

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Role: Senior Technical Project Manager - Data & Analytics
- Location: All Persistent Locations
- Experience: 15 to 20 Years
- Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

- Lead end-to-end delivery of Data & Analytics projects while ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Manage large-scale cloud-based data platform initiatives involving Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage,



and related Azure services.
- Drive project planning, execution, monitoring, governance, and successful delivery across multiple teams and stakeholders.
- Lead Agile/Scrum delivery processes and manage project execution using Jira and other project management tools.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including Data Engineers, Solution Architects, Developers, QA teams, DevOps engineers, and business stakeholders.
- Oversee data migration, ETL/ELT pipeline development, data warehouse modernization, and data lake implementation programs.
- Identify project risks, dependencies, and issues, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Facilitate stakeholder communication, project reviews, status reporting, and executive governance meetings.
- Ensure compliance with project management methodologies, organizational standards, and best practices.
- Drive resource planning, capacity management, budgeting, and project forecasting activities.
- Monitor project KPIs and delivery metrics to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Collaborate with leadership teams to define project roadmaps, priorities, and strategic objectives.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote delivery excellence across Data & Analytics programs.

Expertise You'll Bring:

- 15-20 years of overall IT experience with significant experience managing enterprise Data & Analytics programs.
- Proven experience delivering Databricks and Microsoft Azure-based data platform projects.
- Strong understanding of Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, ETL/ELT frameworks, Data Migration, and Analytics ecosystems.
- Experience leading large-scale cloud transformation and modernization initiatives.
- Proven ability to manage geographically distributed and cross-functional teams.
- Strong expertise in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and Hybrid project delivery methodologies.
- Hands-on experience using Jira and project management tools for planning, tracking, and reporting.




- Solid understanding of Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage, and cloud-native data solutions.
- Experience managing enterprise-level stakeholders, executive leadership teams, and client-facing engagements.
- Excellent leadership, conflict resolution, negotiation, and decision-making capabilities.
- Strong risk management, issue resolution, and project governance experience.
- Knowledge of Data Engineering principles, Data Architecture, and modern Analytics platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and complex delivery programs.
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with financial management, budgeting, resource planning, and project forecasting.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Prospect to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

"Persistent is an Equal Prospect Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."

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Open Positions

Databricks

Skills Required

PUNE

Location

Databricks

Desirable Skills

187513

Job Code

📌 Senior Technical Project Manager (India)
🏢 Persistent
📍 India