Data Program Management Tech Lead

Freddie Mac; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Program Management Tech Lead to enhance data management and analytics capabilities. In this pivotal role, you will oversee significant data initiatives that drive enterprise-wide improvements. Your leadership will influence data governance and business intelligence, ensuring that Freddie Mac's mission of providing liquidity and stability in the housing market is supported by high-quality, accessible data. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record in project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive program

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of project/program management experience.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale transformations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of significant data initiatives.
• Drive the adoption of enterprise data governance principles.

Skills

Project Management

Data Governance

Business Intelligence

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master's degree (MS, MBA)

Tools

Project Management Software

Business Intelligence Tools

Job description

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose.

Position Overview

Are you passionate about Data? Consider applying to the Program Management Tech Lead opportunity in the Enterprise Data Office. You will have the opportunity to influence Freddie Mac and the secondary mortgage market as you manage a portfolio of significant data initiatives that enhance enterprise-wide data management, privacy, analytics, and platforms. You will manage roadmaps, large programs, scope, and budget.

Our Impact

• Support Freddie Mac’s mission of providing Liquidity, Stability and Affordability to the U.S. Housing Market by maturing data capabilities and making high-quality data more accessible and secure.

• Transform enterprise data governance, privacy, and business intelligence tools, platforms, and services based on business needs, informed by industry trends.

• Lead strategic and high-impact efforts driven by senior management.

• Partner with divisional leadership to ensure the firm’s data and analytics capabilities are fully utilized to maximize business value.

• Drive the adoption of enterprise data governance principles and best practices.

Your impact

• Define target states and create roadmaps to deliver value.

• Manage a portfolio of programs/projects throughout the lifecycle (inception to completion) and ensure successful delivery and that benefits are realized.

• Direct large-scale, complex programs often involving multiple internal and external constituents and matrixed partners.

• Accurately assess, manage, and report risks and issues.

• Manage backlog of incoming requests, including prioritization across multiple workstreams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, information technology or related field. Advanced degree (MS, MBA) preferred

• One or more of the following certifications preferred: Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Program Management Professional (PgMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Agile Release Train Engineer

• Typically 8 - 10 years of project / program management experience

• Proven track record of successfully leading significant, large-scale transformations.

• Self-starter who can work independently as well as in a group.

Keys to Success

• Highly motivated and energetic self-starter thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to manage multiple efforts simultaneously.

• Exceptional ability to communicate effectively and confidently, both verbally and in writing, while excelling in cross-functional team environments

• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to change direction quickly and thoughtfully.

• Ability to take complex, technical problems and explain in easy-to-understand terms.

• Ability to remove barriers and enable teams to complete objectives.

• Calm under pressure.

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

A safe and secure environment is critical to Freddie Mac’s business. This includes employee commitment to our acceptable use policy, applying a vigilance-first approach to work, supporting regulatory mandates, and using best practices to protect Freddie Mac from potential threats and risk. Employees exercise this responsibility by executing against policies and procedures and adhering to privacy & security obligations as required via training programs.

CA Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Time-type:Full timeFLSA Status:Exempt

Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $124,000 - $186,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.