Data Center Technical Software Program Manager

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 171,200 - 256,800; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a skilled Program Manager to drive application software plans across large projects. The ideal candidate will possess over 7 years of experience in technical product development and program management, along with a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields.

This role offers a competitive salary range between $171,200 and $256,800, with opportunities for bonuses and RSU grants. Qualcomms commitment to equal opportunity employment ensures diversity and inclusion within their workforce.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technical product development and program management.
• Strong understanding of Application software and software development principles.
• Experience managing products through the entire development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Application SW plans of record including schedules and budgets.
• Drive program alignment and execution across multiple projects.
• Communicate complex information to multiple audiences.

Skills

Program Management

Technical Product Development

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

PMP Certification

Tools

Program Management Tools (dashboards, Gantt charts)

Job description

Job Overview

Develops, defines, and executes Application SW plans of record, including schedules, budgets, resources, deliverables, and risks across multiple large projects. Monitors and drives the program from initiation through delivery, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders across functions. Monitors budget/spending, on-time delivery, and achievement of program milestones. Represents the program and drives alignment across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build strong technical and program understanding to develop key insights and influence.
• Drive and deliver overall program alignment and execution across multiple projects.
• Understand requirements priority and drive scoping and planning, including interdependencies, staffing constraints, and schedule optimization across multiple projects.
• Partner with Product Management and Engineering to establish clear Plan of Records commitments and enable prioritization.
• Establish rigorous execution discipline and communication processes, including risk management, mitigation, tracking, schedule trends vs baseline, recovery actions, and executive reporting.
• Develop program indicators to manage program health, including quality and timelines.
• Develop and establish strong processes that streamline the development cycle and integrate multiple plans, dependencies, and deliverables effectively.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, channel requirements to respective development teams, and drive consensus on development schedules, plans, and processes.
• Use verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information to multiple audiences, requiring strong negotiation and alignment skills.
• Work independently with little supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a combination of technical product development and program management in the industry.
• Strong technical understanding of Application software and deliverables.
• Strong working knowledge of software development principles.
• Experience with multiple technology development and end-to-end product integration.
• Experience managing products through the entire development life cycle, including risk management.
• 5+ years of experience in a combination of technical product development and program management in the SoC / embedded industry.
• Strong technical understanding of XXX technology and deliverables.
• Strong working knowledge of hardware/software development principles at the SoC / embedded industry.
• Experience with multiple technology development and end-to-end product integration.
• Experience managing products through the entire development life cycle, including risk management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• PMP Certification.
• 10+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
• 5+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
• 3+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
• 2+ years of experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Compensation

Pay range: $171,200.00 - $256,800.00 (at minimum to maximum for this job code at the posted location). This figure is the base salary; additional compensation may include annual discretionary bonus and RSU grants.

Contact

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers. For accessibility accommodations, email disability‑[e-mail].