Hybrid Tech Portfolio Leader — Lean/SAFe

Southwest Airlines; Montpelier (VT); Hybrid; USD 166,850 - 185,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit-sharing

Travel benefits

Job summary

Southwest Airlines is seeking a Senior Manager Technology to lead Lean Portfolio Management, coordinate with Finance and HR, and implement SAFe practices. The hybrid role is primarily based in Dallas, TX, with on-site requirements of at least 3 days per week.

You will guide cross-functional teams and drive innovative, cost-conscious technology solutions. The position requires strong leadership and communication, extensive experience in project management, and the ability to influence

Qualifications

• Academic background as listed and leadership experience in teams or projects.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities with stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with Lean Portfolio Management and agile practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and influence achievement of organizational goals.
• Participate in performance management, budgeting, and training processes.
• Guide enterprise, team, and individual decision-making.
• Expand techniques to improve performance and cost of services.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver business solutions.
• Provide technical management in assigned areas.
• Deliver technology solutions using best practices for quality and productivity.
• Stay informed on trends and drive business-technology trade-offs.
• Collaborate with partners to measure economic benefits.

Skills

Lean Portfolio Management

SAFe

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Southwest Airlines is seeking a Senior Manager Technology to lead Lean Portfolio Management, coordinate with Finance and HR, and implement SAFe practices. The hybrid role is primarily based in Dallas, TX, with on-site requirements of at least 3 days per week.

You will guide cross-functional teams and drive innovative, cost-conscious technology solutions. The position requires strong leadership and communication, extensive experience in project management, and the ability to influence