Program Manager

Develop, define, and execute plans of record including schedules, budgets, resources, deliverables, and risks Monitor and drive the program lifecycle from initiation through delivery, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders on technical matters Monitor budget, spending, on-time delivery, and achievement of program milestones Represent the program and align all stakeholders Drive planning and scheduling of software product development programs, considering resource needs and interdependencies across teams, divisions, and third parties Establish routine updates and communication processes: status updates, schedule trends vs baseline, risk management, mitigation, and recovery actions Develop program indicators and present content at various program reviews Partner with functional areas to establish critical processes supporting disciplined product development, testing, decision making, and quality assurance Coordinate across multiple technology teams, including Qualcomm sites, contractors, customers, and carriers domestically and internationally Support establishment of program goals and prioritization of deliverables with minimal supervision Manage multiple small programs or a single moderately complex program ensuring execution on time, budget, and scope Track key metrics, provide early warnings for deviations, and escalate issues as needed Coordinate team efforts and maintain progress tracking systems Identify program risks and maintain risk mitigation plans and trackers Motivate teams and support compliance with best practices and procedures, suggesting process improvements Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 4+ years of program management or related work experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 13-18 years of program management or related experience 5+ years experience with program management tools (dashboards, Gantt charts) 5+ years experience working in large matrixed organizations 5+ years working with operating budgets, resources, and project financials Required Competencies: Analytical Skills: Collect, integrate, and interpret information from multiple sources to identify patterns and trends Building Trusting Relationships: Build collaborative relationships and maintain confidentiality and approachability Communication: Convey information clearly and accurately through the most effective channels (verbal and written) Creating the New and Different: Be creative and visionary; manage innovation and plan unconventional ideas Decision Making: Make quick, accurate decisions considering impacts on people and resources Getting Work Done: Be organized, resourceful, multitask efficiently, and plan around obstacles Program Management: Knowledge of planning, scheduling, tracking, and execution using program management tools Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks impacting programs, prioritize and track risks