Program Manager Tech

Program Manager Tech 5

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Program Manager Tech for a contract position in Redmond, WA. The opportunity will be a year with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Position Summary:

You will have the opportunity to develop your project management skills and experience as you build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing a range of projects that vary in terms of budget and size, and collaborating with teams located in multiple locations and time zones. You will be working in an environment that empowers you to bring your best each day. You will grow professionally and personally as part of a team that cares passionately for great outcomes. Join our team of exceptional people who deliver world-class professional innovative projects and products. Our team provides a supportive atmosphere with a passion for growth, where you can earn customer confidence, trust, and loyalty by improving the overall experience. At the same time, we put specific emphasis on work-life balance, wellbeing, and the opportunity to operate in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Understand, communicate, and provide project information to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing projects and delivery performance, focusing on tangible outcomes, and high-quality deliverables.
• Managing multiple projects end-to-end using the appropriate project management framework and methodology.
• Guiding cross-team and third-party partnerships - influencing without authority and using the power of diverse teams.
• Applying project management standards, compliance, and best practices to ensure successful delivery of programs on scope, on schedule, and on budget.
• Being on top of any commercial aspects of your project, driving financial integrity.
• Mentoring other team members as you share your knowledge and experience.
• Implement onboarding process for new hires.

Typical Day in the Role

• Key projects: This role will contribute to various tasks, including product production, project management, onboarding suppliers, budgeting, and maintaining schedules.
• Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm: The role will consist of 60% heads down, 40% meetings. This will vary day by day.

Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition

• This role provides the opportunity to be a part of a team that fosters creativity and collaboration.
• The team develops innovative and first-of-its-kind products, making the work very interesting and cutting-edge.

Qualifications:

• To position you for a successful career with us and enable you to have an impact on your colleagues and our partners, you will be able to demonstrate:
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and proven experience in managing international and medium-scale technology & medium-complex software/hardware development projects. Prior experience in a consulting or professional services environment and core project management skills, including financial management, planning, scheduling, reporting, resource management, stakeholder communications, and risk management.
• Minimum 8 years experience with guiding cross-team and third-party partnerships - influencing without authority and using the power of diverse teams.
• Minimum 8 years experience with project management skills.
• Minimum 8 years experience with time management skills including handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Years of Experience Required: 10 overall years of experience in the field.
• Degrees or certifications required: Nice to have: Bachelor's Degree in a related field and proven experience in managing international and medium-scale technology & medium-complex software/hardware development projects. A Master s degree in a relevant subject or equivalent work experience, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Best vs. Average: Excellent communication skills and forward-thinking (being open to looking at things differently and ensuring compliance and security).
• Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality of work.

Preferred:

• Professional presentation skills with experience of regularly presenting to a variety of different audiences. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Agile certification. Master s degree in a relevant subject or equivalent work experience.

If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application!

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