Staff R&D Project Manager

PowerSchool Group LLC; Brampton; Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational technology is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex projects and ensure successful delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, strong communication skills, and a passion for mentoring junior team members. Join a dynamic team committed to empowering K-12 education through innovative solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous Parental Leave

Unrestricted Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proven track record of managing multiple technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects involving multiple teams.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive status reports.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Overview

At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you’re joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere.

Team Overview

Our Research & Development (R&D) team is the technical talent at the heart of our product suite, overseeing the product development lifecycle from concept to delivery. From engineering to quality assurance to data science, the R&D team ensures our customers seamlessly use our products and can depend on their consistency.

In this role you will lead complex projects, give strategic direction and ensure that all project milestones are met within the agreed deadlines and budgets. You are responsible for leading project teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and delivering project outcomes that match the business objectives. You will need to demonstrate an ability to think clearly, adapt quickly, communicate effectively, and to collaborate with the PowerSchool technical organizations to produce consistent and high-quality results.

Responsibilities

Description

The Project Management team ensures successful project delivery, including overseeing project objectives, timelines, and budgetary requirements, while maintaining high standards of quality and stakeholder satisfaction.

Your day-to-day job will consist of:

• Direct complex projects involving multiple teams, ensuring seamless integration with activities beyond the project scope.

• Empower teams to achieve project goals, streamline communications, and manage stakeholder expectations. Facilitate regular updates and progress reports to keep all parties informed and ensure that initiatives align with organizational goals and deliver value.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive status reports, track project progress through key metrics, and provide editorial feedback to optimize performance and outcomes.

• Proactively identify risks and potential conflicts between multiple initiatives. Strategize to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.

• Work with stakeholders to improve the tracking and visibility of initiatives. Build trust and rapport with both technical and non-technical team members.

• Drive initiatives to refine project management methodologies and best practices. Lead by example to encourage adherence to these processes across the organization.

• Act as a mentor to peers within the project management community. Share knowledge, develop project management competencies, and contribute to the collective improvement of the R&D project management organization.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 8+ years of relevant and related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• Additional experience may be substitute for an advanced Degree.
• Demonstrates a proven track record of managing multiple technical projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities, and leading distributed teams effectively. Experience with Information Security concepts, practices, and tools highly desirable

• Exhibits the ability to spearhead major organizational initiatives, either independently or as the lead project/program manager.

• Possesses exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Capable of articulating project details clearly to various organizational levels, tailoring the communication to the audience’s needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Well-versed in agile methodologies and adept at using relevant project management tools to enhance efficiency.
• Understands the Education Technology industry, enabling tailored project management approaches in this sector.
• Passionate about mentoring and guiding junior project managers, contributing to the development of the team’s technical and process skills.
• PMP Certification and a working knowledge of Generative AI preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

PowerSchool offers the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Comprehensive 401(k) plan
• Generous Parental Leave
• Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)
• Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $114,800 - $163,700 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; specific geographic location; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

EEO Commitment

EEO Commitment

PowerSchool celebrates a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail].

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