Lead Data Engineer - Senior Advisor (Data/AI)

TL;DR

Lead Data Engineer (Data/AI): Leading end-to-end program delivery for medium to large-scale data and AI initiatives with an accent on client communications, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Focus on driving Azure cloud architecture discussions, solution planning, and ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and quality expectations.

Location: Dallas, TX, USA

Salary: $148,508 - $250,640

Company

hirify.global is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end program delivery for medium to large-scale initiatives, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, financials, and quality expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, proactively managing communications, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
• Facilitate productive collaboration between client teams and technical architects/engineers, ensuring clarity of requirements and technical feasibility.
• Drive conversations on Azure cloud architecture, solution options, trade-offs, and roadmap planning.
• Apply Agile methodologies to structure delivery, ceremonies, workstreams, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to multi-disciplinary teams and support organizational best practices.

Requirements

• Program Management Experience demonstrated by leading complex programs and managing large stakeholder groups.
• Exceptional Communication Skills for engaging confidently with senior executives and guiding client discussions.
• Azure Cloud Services & Architecture Expertise, including cloud solutioning and facilitating business-technical team conversations.
• Practical experience with Agile delivery; Agile certification (Scrum, SAFe, or equivalent) preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package for all regular, full-time employees in the U.S. and Canada.
• Paid time off, including vacation (12-25 days depending on grade), company paid holidays, personal days, and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada).
• Life and disability insurance and employee assistance programs.