Technical Project Manager - Databricks

We are looking for a Technical Project Manager with 8+ years of experience to lead complex, enterprise-wide data platform implementations built on Databricks. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, driving the execution of data architectures from ingestion through the Medallion structure to modern consumption layers (including BI and agentic AI solutions).

What You Will Do

• Project Delivery: End-to-end management of modern data platform implementations built on Databricks.
• Agile Leadership: Run all scrum ceremonies (sprints, stand-ups, retros) for data engineering and data science teams.
• Risk & Scope Management: Track budgets, optimize compute costs, and manage technical risks (data quality, pipeline bottlenecks).
• Stakeholder Alignment : Bridge the gap between C-level business requirements and technical execution.
• Backlog Refinement: Partner with Product Owners and Data Architects to prioritize the technical roadmap.

What Do You Need to Apply?

• Experience: 8+ years as an IT Project Manager or Advisory Consultant , with a track record in complex data/cloud projects.
• Core Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of foundational AI and data platform concepts , including the architectural components of leading providers like Databricks, Snowflake, and Microsoft Fabric.

Nice to Have

• Consulting Background: Experience at a Big4 or top-tier tech consulting firm.
• Tech Stack Familiarity: Hands-on exposure to Spark, Delta Lake, or MLOps tools.
• Enterprise implementation experience (ERP, CRM, Core Banking, BSS/OSS).
• Experience in consulting sales or supporting public sector projects.
• Industry Domain: Deep business understanding of at least two sectors: Banking, Telco, Energy, Insurance, Retail, or Production.
• Leadership: Strong people management skills; confident enough to review and correct the work of technical subject matter experts.
• Fluent English is non-negotiable.

Our Promise to You:

• Innovative AI Projects – Work on cutting-edge AI solutions across global markets.
• Empowered Work Culture – We trust you to take ownership and drive impact.
• Flexible Work Environment – Hybrid and remote-friendly opportunities.
• Professional Growth – Access to mentorship, training, and international AI engagements.
• Strong Community – Be part of a vibrant, collaborative, and fun-loving team.

Hiflylabs is a dynamic team of 250+ data and tech professionals based in Budapest, delivering cutting-edge solutions in data engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, and application development. With over a decade of expertise, we empower businesses worldwide with tailored, hands-on strategies for Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, and Data Analytics.

Our strength lives in our people. Through our mentoring system, we cultivate professional growth and innovation.

Explore more about us through our Website , LinkedIn , and YouTube !