Senior Program Manager (R5370)

Shield; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,100,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Program Manager to ensure the quality of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit that enables Shield AI and partners to create a new generation of unmanned systems and mission applications.

You will work with sponsors, product managers, designers and a cross-functional engineering team to lead on-time, on-quality software releases and to manage complex test automation and flight-test operations.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience delivering programs
• Proven track record of driving results, not just status updates
• Ability to identify efficiency gaps and prioritize remedies using cost-benefit analysis
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated track record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments
• Willingness to be a reliable, trustworthy teammate and uphold high standards

Responsibilities

• Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and customer engagement to define scope and deliverables
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Facilitate regular stakeholder communication on status, challenges, and progress
• Drive continuous improvement of PMO processes, tools, and methodologies
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management team
• Support Shield AI's reputation for technical excellence through disciplined execution

Skills

Results driven

Cost-benefit analysis

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in related field, 8-10 years experience

Tools

Jira

Job description

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:

As Senior Program Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit that enables both Shield AI and third parties to create a new generation of unmanned systems and mission applications that deliver transformative capabilities for the U.S. and its allies. You will work with sponsors, product managers, designers and a talented cross-functional engineering team to lead on-time, on-quality software releases. This Technical Program Manager role requires a versatile individual who can plan and manage complex software test automation projects and flight test operations.

What you'll do:

• Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and customer engagement, to define test scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion
• Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, challenges, and accomplishments
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, methodologies and establishing a robust PMO
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management team
• Reinforce Shield AI's reputation for technical excellence and ability to deliver through expert engagement and disciplined execution

Required qualifications:

• Degree with 8 - 10 years of experience in delivering programs
• You have a track record of driving results, not just providing status
• You have the ability to recognize efficiency and inefficiency in projects and prioritize remedies based on accurate cost-benefit analysis
• You are an exceptional, fundamentals-driven problem solver and communicator
• You have a demonstrated record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments, working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Power user of Jira or work management tools

Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.