Program Manager- IL

We are looking for an experienced program manager who will be responsible for leading end-to-end large scale software projects, teaming with our R&D department. In your role, you will create the integrated cross project workplan, building and maintaining the project processes, pushing the execution, all the way from analysis, development, testing launching, migration and sunsetting the obsolete platform.

• The role also requires integration with all of the relevant interfaces and factors involved – software architects, tech leads, product managers, delivery and release managers, IT, solutions and R&D and testing teams cross the company.
• You will lead, facilitate, synchronize and track progress of the various cross-company teams involved in the project and help build and improve processes across the R&D organization.
• The project management requires matrix management - within the department and outer facing to other departments. The program manager will lead several projects in parallel while handling and managing constraints and frequent changes per company prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
• The program manager is a proactive function who must deal with different problem and conflict solving types. A substantial part of the role includes coordinating and channeling various project resources to the progressing of one track.
• The program manager must have technical understanding and business orientation and good knowledge of organizational work processes and the modus operandi of the R&D department.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of proven experience in managing and driving technological projects / intricate software projects in a global environment – the ability to work with numerous factors, skilled at matrix management, and knowing how to activate and drive
• Proven track record of handling large complex projects and datasets, while being detail-oriented and maintain accuracy
• Technological background – previously worked in development/QA
• English at a high level, including verbal expression abilities and drafting documents in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse groups of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Technical degree in computer science / engineering or equivalent practical experience
• Highly independent yet at the same time a team player.
• A broad and comprehensive systematic vision, risk management abilities, and an understanding of long-term implications.
• Highly proficient at managing several projects and tasks in parallel.
• The ability to manoeuvr between different factors within the organization; able to work under pressure.
• Proactive, creative, out-of-the-box, and original thinking in problem-solving.
• Ability to navigate high-pressure situations, identify problems and solutions, and escalate as needed
• A ‘wide angle’ vision and system wide perspective of software and internet products
• High sense of ownership and accountability.
• High analytical skills.