Geospatial Software Program Manager

Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc; Bologna; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Topcon Positioning Group is seeking a Geospatial Software Program Manager to lead end-to-end software programs in a flexible hybrid model in Italy. You will coordinate software, firmware, cloud, and hardware teams across global locations, manage risks, and ensure on-time delivery with a focus on geospatial applications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 7+ years leading cross-functional software programs, with experience in Jira/Azure DevOps and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technical project or program management.
• Experience leading cross-functional software programs.
• Strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle and modern practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end software programs with defined scope, milestones and success criteria.
• Drive release planning and execution to meet priorities.
• Coordinate parallel workstreams across software, firmware, cloud, product, QA, UX and engineering teams.
• Manage dependencies across geospatial apps, GNSS tech and cloud platforms.
• Identify risks and establish mitigation and contingency plans.
• Lead program reviews, updates and escalations.
• Align globally distributed teams and influence stakeholders.

Skills

Agile methods

Cloud platforms

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Geomatics

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

Concordia sulla Secchia, IT

Modena

Bologna, ITA

Remote (Italy)

Full time

JR107519

Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA (topconpositioning.com). We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.

Topcon is a tech company committed to delivering innovative solutions and fostering an inclusive, respectful, and transparent workplace. We believe in equal opportunities and fair pay practices.

Learn more about working with us at topconcareers.com

Geospatial Software Program Manager

LOCATION

Concordia sulla Secchia, Modena, Italy

WORKING MODEL

Flexible hybrid work model in Italy with regular office visits after onboarding period

Shape the future of geospatial technology

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end software programs, defining scope, objectives, milestones, schedules, deliverables and success criteria.

• Drive software release planning and execution, ensuring delivery against agreed priorities and commitments.

• Coordinate parallel workstreams across software, firmware, cloud, product, QA, UX and engineering teams.

• Manage dependencies across geospatial applications, GNSS technologies, correction services, cloud platforms and optical or scanner hardware.

• Identify program risks, issues and resource constraints, establishing effective mitigation and contingency plans.

• Lead program reviews, executive updates and critical issue escalations.

• Align globally distributed teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority.

• Strengthen Agile practices, program governance, delivery predictability and continuous improvement.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Geomatics, Geodesy, GIS, Surveying or a related discipline.

• At least 7 years of experience in technical project or program management, including 3 or more years leading cross-functional software programs.

• Proven experience managing large-scale software programs and concurrent initiatives in multinational engineering organizations.

• Strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle, Agile or Scrum methodologies, software architecture and modern development practices.

• Experience with cloud-based platforms and tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps or equivalent.

• Ability to coordinate complex software ecosystems involving multiple products, platforms and technical dependencies.

• Professional working English at intermediate level or above.

• Experience in geospatial, GIS, surveying, construction technology, precision agriculture or GNSS-related industries is highly desirable.

• PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe, cloud or geospatial certifications are an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Flexible hybrid work model in Italy, with regular collaboration at our Concordia sulla Secchia office when required.

• To support collaboration and team connection, we ideally seek candidates who can travel to our Concordia office regularly

What we offer

• €55,000 to €65,000 gross annual salary, depending on skills and experience.

• Variable bonus linked to individual and company performance.

• Meal vouchers and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

• Continuous learning opportunities and collaboration on global projects.

For further information, please contact our Corporate Senior Recruiter TOPCON

Mr. Simone Masseroni by mailing [e-mail]

Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

We are Topcon (https://www.topconpositioning.com/) .

We collaborate, create and distribute disruptive technologies that help businesses flourish through improved processes, machine automation and data services.

We design and manufacture productivity tools for building a better future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to infrastructure and agriculture industries with a focus on developing a sustainable tomorrow.

Learn more here (https://vimeo.com/344308498) .