Danske Bank is preparing a large scale migration from SAS mainframe and SAS Windows to SAS Viya. We are seeking a senior project manager to lead the platform track and ensure the SAS Viya environment is fully prepared, scalable, and ready for onboarding users starting in 2026. The role covers a delivery period of approximately 6 to 12 months.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end to end execution of the SAS Viya platform readiness track
- Drive planning, scoping, and execution activities for the migration
- Coordinate closely with infrastructure, security, engineering, data, and business stakeholders
- Secure timely delivery of platform components and remove blockers proactively
- Establish clear governance, reporting, milestones, and follow up routines
- Ensure compliance with Danske Bank architecture, risk, and operational standards
- Prepare capacity, performance, and scalability plans for onboarding user groups
- Oversee testing readiness: environments, access, stability, performance
- Manage vendor and internal partner commitments and escalate when needed
- Provide structured updates to steering groups and ensure transparency of risks and decisions
Profile Requirements
- Strong project management track record in complex technology environments
- Demonstrated experience in platform migration or enterprise data platform delivery
- High degree of structure, clarity in communication, and consistent follow up
- Ability to push progress, challenge stakeholders, and secure outcomes under time constraints
- Solid understanding of platforms or data technologies. SAS experience is an advantage
- Experience working in regulated environments or financial institutions is a plus
- Fluent in English with strong stakeholder management skills
