Job Description
Platform Manager – Data & Analytics
Drive enterprise-scale data platforms. Lead innovation. Shape the future of data.
We’re looking for a hands-on, strategic Platform Manager to play a pivotal role in our clients Data & Analytics function. You’ll lead the end-to-end management of cloud-based data platforms—spanning Microsoft Fabric, AWS, and Informatica—that power the organisation’s analytics and decision-making.
This role blends technical ownership, strategic vision, and leadership. You’ll ensure the platforms are stable, scalable, secure, and cost-optimised, while driving forward a roadmap that supports innovation and evolving business needs. Working closely with product managers, data teams, and external vendors, you’ll maximise ROI, enhance performance, and champion data excellence across the organisation.
If you enjoy a mix of hands-on technical oversight and big-picture strategy—and want to make a real impact—this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
Platform Management & Reliability
- Run and oversee day-to-day operations across Microsoft Fabric, AWS, and Informatica.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and proactive monitoring.
- Set and enforce SLAs for uptime, data delivery, and platform performance.
Strategic Roadmapping & Improvement
- Shape and deliver a platform roadmap aligned to business and data strategy.
- Recommend new tools, enhancements, and optimisation opportunities.
- Ensure platforms support the delivery of scalable, high-quality data products.
Vendor & Partner Management
- Manage relationships with AWS, Microsoft, Informatica and other partners.
- Lead contract negotiations, renewals, and ensure strong service delivery.
- Drive maximum ROI across all platform investments.
Cost Optimisation & ROI
- Monitor, analyse, and optimise cloud/platform spend.
- Identify opportunities for consolidation and efficiency.
- Track and report ROI on platform investments.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with product managers, analysts, and business teams to meet organisational needs.
- Advise leadership on performance, risks, and strategic opportunities.
- Prioritise platform demand and balance capacity effectively.
Security, Compliance & Governance
- Ensure platforms meet organisational and regulatory data governance standards (e.g., GDPR).
- Partner with security teams on audits, risk mitigation, and best-practice implementation.
Innovation & Future-Proofing
- Stay ahead of industry trends in cloud, integration, and analytics technologies.
- Foster a culture of innovation within the team.
- Explore new solutions that improve performance or unlock new capabilities.
What You’ll Bring
- Deep technical expertise in Microsoft Fabric, AWS, Informatica, data architectures, and ETL/ELT.
- Strong strategic planning and roadmap development skills.
- Proven operational excellence, platform management, and troubleshooting capability.
- Experience managing vendors, contracts, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Confident leader able to work in a matrixed environment and mentor teams.
- Strong project management background (including Agile delivery).
- Solid business acumen and understanding of data’s role in organisational success.
- Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and compliance standards.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance metrics.
- Adaptability and curiosity for emerging technologies.
