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Google Operations Center · 10 hours ago

Program Management Senior Specialist - PgM - gDATA (Hybrid)

Southaven, MS

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$103K/yr - $131K/yr

4+ years exp

Google Operations Center is seeking a Program Management Senior Specialist to support engineering teams and enhance program efficiency. The role involves managing project planning, overseeing cross-program dependencies, and providing updates to stakeholders while fostering collaboration among teams.

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)Information ServicesInformation TechnologyInternetIT Infrastructure

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering and development teams to organize, prioritize, and meticulously track tasks to ensure the achievement of project objectives and facilitate productive team discussions

Effectively manage dependencies across various teams, working in concert with fellow program managers to ensure alignment and efficiency

Lead programs within technical domains, ensuring operational efficiency through activities such as product launch management, project reviews, user immersion initiatives, and informational newsletters

Oversee prioritization processes at the team level to establish clear objectives and key results (OKRs) in collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, and partner organizations

Cultivate and maintain professional relationships to facilitate effective collaboration, information gathering, strategic decision-making, and influence stakeholders

Develop comprehensive project plans, monitor progress, and execute launch activities for software development projects

Provide regular, detailed updates to stakeholders regarding project and program status

Elicit, prioritize, and document feature requirements based on user feedback

Engage in close collaboration with engineering teams to define precise product specifications and timelines

Qualification

Program managementSQLAgile methodologiesProduct managementCommunication skillsCollaborationFlexibilityAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience

Four (4) to six (6) years of progressive experience in program management within a technical environment, specifically with engineering stakeholders

Comprehensive understanding of product management principles and the software release cycle

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to facilitate relationships, develop detailed Product Requirement Documents (PRDs), and generate comprehensive tickets

Proficiency in SQL

Preferred

Demonstrated experience with Agile methodologies

Direct experience working with data science/engineering teams

Experience in product design

Proven ability to exhibit flexibility and adaptability, exercise sound judgment in a dynamic environment, and effectively manage competing priorities and goals