Program Manager

Itron; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Itron is seeking an experienced Networked Solutions Program Manager in Bengaluru to lead multiple complex solution programs. The role demands strong leadership skills, requiring coordination across functions like marketing, product management, and engineering to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities include project management from initiation to delivery, ensuring program objectives are met within budgetary constraints, and effective communication of progress to leadership. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and have 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years experience in program management, project management, or related roles.
• Experience managing software/firmware/hardware development.
• Ability to present information to management and executives.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end planning and execution of hardware development programs.
• Monitor project from initiation through delivery.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and ensure milestone adherence.

Skills

Program management

Technical leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field such as engineering

Tools

MSOffice

MS Project

SharePoint

Azure

Job description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

Title: Program Manager

Location: Bangalore, India

Itron is looking for an experienced Networked Solutions Program Manager to work as an integral part of our Program Management Office (PMO). In this role, the Program Manager would manage and lead multiple simultaneous complex solution programs in the validation and integration of Itron’s products into ODM partners solution to satisfy customer requirements. This requires coordination of cross‑functional Itron teams (Marketing, product management, hardware, firmware, software, test, regulatory, manufacturing, procurement, quality, delivery, support etc) and ODM partners, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing solutions. The Program Manager would also be responsible for monitoring the project from initiation through delivery, including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending. Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project i.e., product on schedule and within budget constraints.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end planning and execution of complex hardware development programs from concept to production
• Develop and maintain integrated schedules across hardware, firmware, software and test engineering
• Drive cross‑functional alignment and ensure milestone adherence across phase gates, DVT, EVT, prototype builds, etc.
• Manage critical‑path dependencies between functional teams such as hardware, firmware, software, manufacturing, operations and external vendors
• Develop strong working relationships with cross functional teams across all levels of the organization and provide exceptional leadership to program core team to deliver programs on time, within budget and with high quality while achieving excellent customer satisfaction
• Monitor overall solution, identify, track and mitigate potential risks and obstacles such as scope creep, resource and personnel shortfalls, and problems with schedule, release delays and budget overruns
• Report to Business and R&D leadership and Product Line Management on potential issues and conflicts
• Communicate progress to all levels of the business regularly
• Manage effective decision making with leadership and teams

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required in related field such as engineering
• 3 - 5 years of experience as a program manager, project manager, technical lead, or systems engineer managing software/firmware/hardware development and deliver complex products/platforms/solutions
• Experience aligning internal and external stakeholders on system decisions and trade‑offs
• Strong leadership skills with excellent communication, organizational and people skills, and the ability to work with cross‑functional groups spread globally including diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Ability to present concise and relevant program information to management and executives
• Tools: MSOffice, MS Project, SharePoint, Azure

Preferred Skills & Experience

• PMP Certification preferred or an equivalent combination of education, experience and / or training
• Agile development experience a plus
• Scrum master experience a plus

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non‑discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [e-mail].