Senior Program Manager-US

Senior Program Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and business priorities.
• Coordinate multiple work streams across cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Partner closely with product teams to translate business needs into actionable delivery plans.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and PI (Program Increment) planning sessions to establish roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and drive execution.
• Provide clear, consistent communication of project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including requirements, progress reports, and risk assessments.
• Support modernization efforts for legacy applications and programs, identifying opportunities for process improvement and technical uplift.
• Implement change management strategies to minimize disruption and ensure smooth transitions across teams and systems.
• Oversee quality assurance and testing processes, ensuring delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business and compliance standards.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and external partners to understand evolving needs and expectations.
• Contribute to Agile coaching efforts, helping teams mature their practices and improve delivery velocity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; Master s degree preferred.
• Proven experience as an IT Program Manager, ideally within life sciences or other regulated industries.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and align diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent work streams and collaborate effectively with product teams.
• Solid understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies; Agile coaching experience is a strong plus.
• Experience with modernization of legacy systems and programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and QA/testing procedures; technical depth is not required but comfort with technical environments is expected.
• Critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity.
• Experience working in fast-paced, dynamic environments with shifting priorities.
• Life sciences experience is a plus, as is exposure to any industry handling regulated data (e.g., finance, healthcare, insurance).
• Track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and aligned to stakeholder expectations.