The IT M&A Program Manager – Software Products will:
Serve as the primary IT owner for software-focused M&A and divestiture initiatives.
Lead rigorous technology due diligence on targets’ software stacks, development practices, and operations.
Define and drive execution of integration strategies across applications, platforms, data, and ways of working.
Build and maintain a repeatable IT M&A playbook/runbook purpose-built for software products.
Partner with senior leaders to ensure technology decisions maximize deal value while managing risk.
You will operate at the intersection of software engineering, cloud platforms, data, security, and program management—translating business strategy and deal objectives into pragmatic, well-governed technical programs.
Software & Technology Due Diligence
Integration Strategy & Roadmap:
Execution & Delivery:
IT M&A Runbook & Process Improvement
Experience You’ll Need:
Bachelor''s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field; or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience in technical program management or IT program management within software product or platform environments.
Significant hands-on experience leading IT or technology workstreams for M&A and/or large-scale integrations involving software companies or products.
Deep technical understanding of:
Modern software architectures (microservices, APIs, event-driven, SaaS).
Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and infrastructure-as-code practices.
Databases, data integration, ETL/ELT, and data governance.
CI/CD, DevOps tooling, and agile software delivery.
Proven track record of delivering multi-workstream, complex programs with cross-functional dependencies and tight timelines.
Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills for complex technology landscapes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and translating technical topics for non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments while managing multiple concurrent initiatives.
Formal program or project management certification (PgMP, PMP, or equivalent).
Experience integrating SaaS platforms and subscription-based software businesses.
Familiarity with cybersecurity, privacy regulations, and compliance frameworks relevant to software products (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA).
Prior experience at a high-growth technology company or in technology-focused consulting.
Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, and other modern program management platforms.
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