Digital Solutions Program Manager

Digital Solutions Program Manager Venture One is the dynamic commercialization arm of Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council. We are dedicated to turning applied research from the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) into game-changing commercial products and solutions that address industry challenges worldwide.We launch ventures that bring deep tech solutions to market, partnering with trusted industry and government entities to ensure our solutions address real-world needs. We also help strengthen the Middle East's tech ecosystem by providing collaboration opportunities and access to key services including state-of-the-art lab testing and a library of patented tech products.About the role We are seeking a Digital Solutions Program Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a major digital platform implementation in the UAE. This high-impact role requires proven expertise in managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary digital programs involving advanced data architectures, analytics, and immersive user interfaces.You will oversee a cross-functional delivery team composed of solution architects, data engineers, AI/ML specialists, UI/UX consultants, and environment domain experts. The program includes developing and deploying all layers of a digital platform—from ingestion pipelines and data lakes to analytics engines, dashboards, and digital twin interfaces.Key Responsibilities Lead the overall program strategy, planning, and execution for the client's digital platform implementation.Coordinate and manage delivery across all digital solution layers including data infrastructure, analytics, UI/UX, and digital twin systems.Functionally manage a multi-disciplinary delivery team and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders.Monitor and report program progress, budget, timelines, and deliverables to executive stakeholders and the client.Identify and mitigate program risks, ensuring program resilience and timely escalation as needed.Ensure all outputs align with the client's objectives, digital strategy, and regulatory environment.Requirements10+ years of experience in leading complex digital solution implementations, ideally in large-scale enterprise or public sector environments.Proven track record in program management roles such as IT Project Director or Digital Transformation Director.Deep understanding of digital platforms architecture, including: Data ingestion & pipeline, Data lakes & analytics platforms, UI/UX interfaces, Digital twin technologies, etc.Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Experience in agile, hybrid, or traditional project delivery methodologies.Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.Preferred Qualifications Exposure to digital twin platforms or environmental monitoring systems.Experience with Arc GIS or similar geospatial platforms.Prior engagement with UAE government entities or government digital transformation initiatives.Relevant certifications such as PMP, Pg MP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum credentials.Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Technology, Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Venture One by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for "Solutions Program Manager" roles.Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 1 month ago Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 4 weeks ago We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr