Data Delivery Lead

NCS; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

At NCS Australia, we are seeking an Agile Data Delivery Lead to manage multiple agile squads and oversee the production and release process for large-scale data programs, coordinating cross-domain dependencies to enable end-to-end technology solutions.

You will build strong client relationships, provide technical guidance on data management and cloud delivery, and lead delivery across platform layers in a multi-vendor environment, driving thought leadership and ensuring successful project

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role as a Tech Lead, Delivery Lead, Agile Project Manager, Program Manager or Release Train Engineer for a large Data warehouse or Data Lake-related project.
• Extensive expertise in data platforms and analytic environments.
• Experience working with teams that are geographically distributed (onshore/ offshore).
• Sound technical understanding of data management and cloud delivery.
• Practical experience with CI / CD in a data analytics context.
• Excellent consulting skills with the ability to communicate and build rapport at all levels of a client organisation.
• Experience in establishing and managing production release processes.
• Hands on experience in AWS Data Platforms, Databricks and ETL pipelines is highly desirable.
• Exposure to scaled agile frameworks/environments is also highly desirable.
• The ability to obtaina Databricks certification within 3 months of starting the role.
• Financial Services industry experience is also highly desirable.

Skills

Tech leadership

Data platforms

Distributed teams

Data management

CI/CD

Consulting skills

Release management

AWS Databricks

Scaled Agile

Databricks cert path

Financial services domain

Tools

AWS

Databricks

ETL pipelines

Job description

• Compensation: AUD 170000 - AUD 175000 - yearly

Company Description

At NCS Australia, we are more than a technology services company—we are a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and creators shaping the future. With a strong presence across the APAC region, we partner with government and enterprise organisations to tackle complex challenges and deliver solutions that drive real, lasting impact.

We are passionate about unlocking value through technology. By focusing on people, committing to quality, and challenging traditional thinking, we believe technology services can be done better. Our team brings this to life by advising, transforming, and managing technology to help our clients and communities thrive.

We love big ideas and bold thinkers. Bring your ambition and your creativity—together, we will turn them into extraordinary opportunities. Ready to make tomorrow with us? Explore our opportunities and join a team that is redefining what’s possible.

Job Description

As an Agile Data TechnicalDelivery Lead, your role will be to manage multiple agile squads and oversee the production and release process for large scale data programs, including, orchestrating the delivery of work and lining up the inter and intra-domain dependencies required to enable a technology solution end-to-end. Additionally, you will coordinate delivery across multiple squads within different platform layers, providing technical guidance and expertise to clients on data management and cloud delivery.

To ensure successful project delivery, you will develop and maintain strong client relationships and collaborate with other teams in a complex multi-vendor environment. Your thought leadership in the field of data management and cloud delivery will be highly valued, as you provide technical guidance and expertise to clients as a trusted advisor. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high level of data literacy.

This role will be an opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact while working with interesting technology solutions. You will have the chance to hone your skills alongside a highly talented and collaborative team, all while enjoying the recognition, growth opportunities, and benefits that come with being part of a global organization

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role as a Tech Lead, Delivery Lead,Agile Project Manager,Program Manager or Release Train Engineer for a large Data warehouse or Data Lake-related project.


• Extensive expertise in data platforms and analytic environments


• Experience working with teams that are geographically distributed (onshore/ offshore)


• Sound technical understanding of data management and cloud delivery


• Practical experience with CI / CD in a data analytics context


• Excellent consulting skills with the ability to communicate and build rapport at all levels of a client organisation


• Experience in establishing and managing production release processes


• Hands on experience in AWS Data Platforms, Databricks and ETL pipelines is highly desirable


• Exposure to scaled agile frameworks/environments is alsohighly desirable


• The ability to obtaina Databricks certification within 3 months of starting the role


• Financial Services industry experience is also highly desirable

Additional Information

NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.

NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply.

Work rights and background checks:

To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks