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About the Role

Bridgenext is seeking an execution-oriented Program Manager / Delivery Lead to drive complex enterprise Data Products and AI-enabled platform initiatives for a strategic client in the financial services and insurance industry. This is a hands-on, operational delivery role responsible for driving day-to-day execution across cross-functional teams, stakeholders, governance forums, and delivery workstreams, combining strong program management discipline with domain knowledge in enterprise data platforms, AI/GenAI delivery, audit and risk workflows, and regulated financial services operations.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise Data Products and AI-enabled platform initiatives
Manage timelines, scope, dependencies, risks, RAID logs, governance, and execution plans
Coordinate across engineering, architecture, QA, product, business, and data teams
Drive sprint planning, backlog prioritization, delivery tracking, and release management
Ensure alignment between business priorities and technical execution
Facilitate daily standups, sprint reviews, steering committee meetings, and executive status reviews
Manage stakeholder expectations across business, audit, risk, compliance, and technology teams
Drive cross-functional issue resolution and decision-making
Ensure timely approvals, UAT coordination, and production readiness activities
Manage delivery of enterprise data product initiatives including Common Data Models (CDM), Medallion architectures (Bronze / Silver / Gold), and Delta Lake-based platforms
Oversee data quality, governance, and data contract / SLA frameworks
Coordinate CI/CD and pipeline operationalization with data engineering and analytics teams
Ensure data products are delivered in a scalable, governed, and analytics-ready manner
Drive execution of AI-enabled audit workflows and orchestration platforms
Coordinate delivery across AI-assisted document ingestion, risk identification and control mapping, audit report copilots, and workflow orchestration engines
Manage delivery of MCP / integration frameworks, shared context stores, and enterprise integrations
Ensure delivery aligns with audit, compliance, and governance requirements
Manage offshore / onshore delivery coordination and capacity planning
Track sprint velocity, delivery KPIs, and milestone completion
Ensure testing, quality gates, defect management, and deployment readiness
Support hypercare, stabilization, and transition activities post go-live

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 8 years of program / project management experience in enterprise technology delivery
Strong experience managing Data Engineering, Analytics, AI, or enterprise platform programs
Experience delivering programs within financial services, insurance, audit, risk, or compliance domains
Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and cross-functional team coordination
Experience managing large enterprise stakeholders and formal governance processes
Hands-on familiarity with modern data platforms (Databricks, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, DLT pipelines) at a conceptual / delivery level
Working knowledge of AI / GenAI delivery patterns and orchestration frameworks
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity
Ability to operate effectively across technical and business teams
Experience delivering Data Governance, Data Quality, and Data Contract / SLA frameworks
Exposure to audit and risk platforms, controls automation, or compliance technology
Familiarity with Salesforce ecosystem programs and enterprise integration / orchestration platforms
Experience coordinating CI/CD and DevOps delivery across data and application workstreams
Solid written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Strong team and individual player, collaborative by nature
Maintains composure during high-pressure delivery situations
High standards of professionalism, consistently producing high quality results
Self-sufficient and independent, requiring very little supervision or intervention
Demonstrates flexibility and openness to bring creative solutions to address delivery challenges

Skills

Data Engineering
Analytics
AI
Enterprise Platforms
Financial Services
Insurance
Audit
Risk
Compliance
Agile
Databricks
Delta Lake
Unity Catalog
DLT pipelines
AI/GenAI
Data Governance
Data Quality
Data Contracts
SLAs
Salesforce
CI/CD
DevOps

Location

Toronto, ON

Work Type

On-site presence required multiple days per week

Experience Level

Minimum of 8 years of program / project management experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field

About the Company

Bridgenext is a digital consulting services leader that helps clients innovate with intention and realize their digital aspirations by creating digital products, experiences, and solutions around what real people need.
Our global consulting and delivery teams facilitate highly strategic digital initiatives through digital product engineering, automation, data engineering, and infrastructure modernization services, while elevating brands through digital experience, creative content, and customer data analytics services.
Don't just work, thrive. At Bridgenext, you have an opportunity to make a real difference - driving tangible business value for clients, while simultaneously propelling your own career growth.
Our flexible and inclusive work culture provides you with the autonomy, resources, and opportunities to succeed.

Equal Opportunity

Bridgenext is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Canadian citizens and those authorized to work in Canada are encouraged to apply