Technical Delivery Manager

About Us

At Validata, our mission is to be the trusted partner for digital transformation success, helping banks, corporates and financial institutions with continuous quality engineering and automation, smart ‘progressive’ data migration, real-time end-to-end reconciliations, and payments
transformation—including ISO 20022 readiness—to reduce risk, improve quality, and enable faster go-lives.

The Role

The Technical Delivery Manager role sits at the heart of Validata Software’s delivery function and offers the opportunity to manage mission-critical transformation programmes that enable clients to modernise and improve their core financial systems. You will be responsible for end-to-end delivery ownership, ensuring successful execution of complex engagements in a regulated, high-stakes banking environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the full project lifecycle – from initiation to closure – of multiple complex projects, including scope, timeliness, quality, risks and (where applicable) budget
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (consultants, engineers, QA and product specialists), ensuring clear accountability, alignment and high performance, prioritizing tasks, resolving issues, and keeping everyone focused on business outcomes
• Oversee data migration, testing, and reconciliation delivery streams, ensuring accuracy, quality, and operational integrity in banking environments
• Manage stakeholders with confidence, building strong client relationships, setting clear expectations, and ensuring alignment at every stage
• Champion operational excellence, streamlining processes and improving delivery efficiency to raise the bar on project performance
• Collaborate across functions – working closely with consultants, engineers, and product teams to manage dependencies and deliverables
• Contribute beyond projects, supporting internal initiatives that enhance our delivery capabilities and strengthen our organizational culture

Qualifications

• Master's/PhD degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field
• Proven (7+ years) track record delivering complex IT or digital transformation projects, ideally in banking, fintech, professional services, or consulting environments
• Hands-on experience in projects involving data migration, system testing and reconciliation for banks, financial institutions or large corporates
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects or workstreams in a structured delivery environment
• Familiarity with delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) and strong skills in risk/issue management, resource planning, milestone tracking, and reporting
• Practical cloud native experience and advanced knowledge of cloud, AI, machine learning etc
• Demonstrated ability in stakeholder management at senior levels, including client-facing engagement across multiple geographies
• Highly organized, proactive, and passionate about continuous improvement, process optimization, and driving successful outcomes
• AI & Modern Delivery Capability - familiarity with, or strong willingness to adopt, AI-powered project management and automation tools to enhance delivery efficiency, including AI-assisted reporting, automated status tracking, predictive risk identification, and smart scheduling
• Experience or interest in using AI and automation to improve project reporting, documentation, forecasting, and decision-making is a strong advantage, along with an open mindset toward data-driven delivery practices and evolving modern tooling
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant certifications will be considered an asset

Benefits

• Competitive salary, plus additional benefits and perks
• Holiday and vacation allowance
• A long-term challenging role with meaningful ownership and impact
• Work in an agile environment on high-profile banking projects
• Flexible working built around you — choose remote, hybrid, or onsite, with the freedom to adapt your schedule and setup to what helps you do your best work
• Growth is a priority: we invest in your development with continuous learning and mentorship to build the skills that move your career forward
• Join a supportive, collaborative team where knowledge is shared, wins are celebrated, and you’re set up to thrive

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Validata Group is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we’re committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and diverse perspectives are truly valued.

If this sounds interesting and you think we might “click”, please send your CV to [email protected] quoting ‘TDM052026’ in the subject line.