Program Management - Program Manager V

Job#: 2075303

Job Description:

Title: Program Manager V

Location: Onsite in Menlo Park, CA

Pay: $90+/hour

Duration: 6+ month contract

Role Overview:

We're looking for a Program Manager to help support the Messaging Product team. This Senior Program Manager will help drive horizontal program operations across the Messaging sub-pillar, be on point for specific usability projects and data management projects that help our billions of daily Messaging users.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate horizontal work streams across Messaging to improve the efficiency of the sub-pillar, enable better stakeholder management
• Coordinate usability and data management projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical and design solutions
• Confer with product, engineers, designers and marketing to discuss and align on project specifications and procedures.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one's time.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong knowledge of product development processes and execution to maximize efficiency of the team and visibility to stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Strong knowledge of computer software, such as Google Docs, Sheets, Slides.

Must have:

• 10+ years of experience in Consumer Tech
• Must be able to collaborate and be independent.
• Great operator, with clear communication -- Must be able to communicate with designers as well as senior stakeholders.
• Experience in complex consumer products, specifically someone that has worked deeply on product design (anything where they worked in a medium size company in consumer features)
• An individual that can manage complex programs across stakeholders and someone who is coachable.

Nice to have:

• Has been responsible of supporting engineering teams 20+ people.
• Google G-suite.
• Technical background.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer: Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.