Senior Program/Project Manager
Analog Devices Software & Digital Platforms (SDP) group is seeking an experienced Senior Program/Project Manager to oversee the development of cutting-edge software solutions for the next generation of SoC products. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading programs through the product development lifecycle, taking responsibility for planning, execution, and driving project management processes. This position requires technical understanding, exceptional leadership, a proactive management approach, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor s or master s degree in EE, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in program management, preferably in the semiconductor or software industries, managing complex projects with global teams.
- Strong technical background with experience in software and hardware development processes, requirements management, and change management.
- Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills coupled with strong execution track record working in large multi-discipline development teams spanning multiple time zones.
- Strong embedded software knowledge and an understanding of the hardware development process.
- Strong analytical skills. Ability to solve complex problems through the design of appropriate experiments and analysis of complex data.
- Proficient in modern project management tools (MS Project, Confluence, JIRA, JAMA, etc.).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical and business information to stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and drive aggressive schedules.
- Experienced with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes as it relates to combined HW/SW programs.
- Positive attitude, proactive, self-motivated, and willing to accept responsibility.
Additional Preferred Skills:
- Experience in customer-facing roles and managing customer expectations.
- Experience managing projects achieving ASPICE Certification.
- PMP and/or Scrum Master Certifications preferred.
- Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- Own and drive large-scale software programs to meet scope, schedule, budget and quality requirements.
- Lead Agile project management processes, collaborating closely with software, applications, and hardware engineering teams to promote effective teamwork and ensure seamless integration of all components.
- Proactively identify and effectively manage risks, driving solutions before they impact the project.
- Manage matrixed resources across multiple projects, optimizing team efficiency and productivity.
- Define and track program management KPIs and metrics, providing reports and updates to senior management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing best practices and standardized processes to enhance project execution and efficiency.
- Ensure adherence to company procedures, driving standard processes throughout project execution.
- Drive retrospectives and lessons learned activities.