As a Senior Technical Program Manager at Nordstrom’s Platform and Data organization, you will lead the scaling and maturation of enterprise data governance by embedding AI-first practices into metric definition and standardization. Your daily tasks include driving complex cross-functional programs, ensuring data quality, and enabling high-quality decision-making through partnerships with engineering, analytics, and business teams across various domains like Supply Chain and Customer Experience. You must have extensive experience in technical program management, a strong background in data engineering or analytics, and the ability to communicate effectively at an executive level. Proficiency in SQL is essential, along with familiarity with Python or R for analysis and automation. Knowledge of modern data platforms such as Google Cloud Platform and Databricks, alongside data cataloging tools like DataHub, will be advantageous.
Skills
SQL
Python
R
Google Cloud Platform
Databricks
Azure
DataHub
Collibra
CI/CD
PMP
Agile
Scrum
What you'll do
Drive the scaling and maturation of Nordstrom's enterprise data governance operating model.
Own roadmaps, timelines, and delivery for governance initiatives across cross-functional teams.
Embed data governance practices into end-to-end data lifecycle workflows and tools.
Lead change through workshops, clear communications, and enablement to build shared accountability.
Influence senior leaders by translating technical progress into narratives for executive audiences.
What we're looking for
7+ years of experience in technical program management with focus on data engineering or analytics.
Proven ability to deliver complex cross-functional programs and operationalize enterprise metrics.
Strong influence over senior leaders through clear communication and data-driven problem solving.
Exceptional storytelling skills for executive-level communications and presentations.
Experience supporting executive operating rhythms and translating strategy into measurable outcomes.
Technical proficiency in SQL, Python, R or similar tools for analysis and automation.
Understanding of modern data platforms and data cataloging tools.
Market check
Salary context
This
$142,000–$220,500
range sits above
45%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$142,400–$234,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$165,000–$214,500
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Nordstrom
Nordstrom is a leading American luxury department store chain offering a wide selection of clothing, shoes, accessories, and beauty products through its stores, Nordstrom Rack outlets, and online. Industry: Luxury Department Store Retail
Nordstrom currently has
24 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$142,000–$220,500
across 24 roles with salary data.