EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are seeking a seasoned Delivery Director with strong expertise in Data Software Engineering and deep Retail/CPG/MFG domain experience. This role is responsible for leading large, enterprise-scale data engineering programs, owning delivery across managed services and fixed-price engagements. The candidate will act as a trusted partner to senior Retail and CPG clients, driving data-led business outcomes across merchandising, supply chain, customer and digital commerce domains.
Responsibilities
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Lead and govern large-scale Retail & CPG data engineering and analytics programs across multiple portfolios
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Own end-to-end program delivery, including scope, timelines, quality, risk, financials and margins
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Build, scale and manage global delivery teams of 200+ data engineers, architects and delivery leaders
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Drive delivery excellence across managed services, fixed-price and outcome-based engagement models
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Establish strong program governance, delivery KPIs, SLAs and operational metrics
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Act as the primary client-facing delivery leader, engaging with CXOs, Retail IT leaders and business stakeholders
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Ensure alignment between data architecture, engineering execution and Retail business objectives
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Proactively manage risks, dependencies, escalations and stakeholder expectations across large programs
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Translate Retail business needs into scalable data engineering solutions across merchandising, supply chain, inventory, demand forecasting, customer, loyalty, omnichannel commerce, pricing, promotions and store operations
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Partner with sales and presales teams to shape delivery strategies for large Retail & CPG deals
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Engage confidently in architecture and design discussions with engineering and platform teams
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Mentor senior leaders and build high-performing, domain-focused delivery organizations
Requirements
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20+ years of overall IT experience with 10+ years in senior leadership roles
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Expertise in Data Software Engineering and enterprise data platforms
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Proficiency in PySpark, Python-based data engineering and SQL
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Skills in Databricks, Lakehouse architectures and Snowflake
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Background in Power BI, analytical and reporting solutions including AIML
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Knowledge of open-source data frameworks, distributed processing technologies and large-scale analytical data processing
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Hands-on exposure to AWS and Azure cloud platforms in large Retail data environments
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Understanding of batch and streaming pipelines, data quality, performance optimization and Data governance
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Demonstrated success leading large enterprise delivery engagements with full delivery and financial ownership
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Competency in P&L, Margins and Utilization
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Extensive experience in managed services transitions, stabilization and steady-state delivery alongside fixed-price and milestone-based delivery models
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Active involvement in presales, RFP/RFI responses and large deal pursuits, defining delivery models, estimates, staffing plans and risk mitigation strategies
We offer
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Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
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Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
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Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
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Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
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Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
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Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
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Focused individual development
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Benefit package:
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Health benefits
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Retirement benefits
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Paid time off
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Flexible benefits
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Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
