Program Manager

EPAM Systems; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

LinkedIn learning access

Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

EPAM Systems is seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Program Manager to lead a multi-million-dollar portfolio in the Property & Casualty space. You will oversee 5–10 active projects spanning multiple product lines and core platforms, aligning business and tech teams to drive profitable delivery and executive alignment.

The role requires 7+ years in program management with 3+ years in P&C, strong communication skills, and a track record of managing complex integrations and budgets exceeding

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive project/program management experience, including 3+ years in P&C insurance
• Proven track record managing programs of 5-10 projects with budgets >$10M+
• Experience with complex system integrations and data migrations
• Experience standardizing delivery methodologies (Agile/SAFe/Hybrid) across teams
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (state insurance, NAIC, data privacy)

Responsibilities

• Multi-Project Governance: Lead and orchestrate a portfolio of 5–10 highly complex, concurrent projects from inception through post-implementation
• Cross-Platform Alignment: Manage integration points across legacy systems, cloud architectures, and modern core insurance platforms
• Dependency & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, track, and mitigate program-level risks and interdependencies
• Resource Optimization: Oversee cross-functional resource allocation to maximize efficiency and prevent project collision
• Business Partnership: Liaise between IT and Underwriting, Claims, Actuarial, Finance, Product, and Sales/Distribution
• Executive Presence: Translate technical details into clear executive summaries
• C-Suite Reporting: Present program health, milestones, financials, and ROI to leadership
• Change Management: Champion adoption of new platforms and processes
• P&L Ownership: Manage the overall program budget for ROI
• Cost & Value Tracking: Monitor spend vs baselines and adjust as needed
• Vendor & Contract Management: Oversee SIs and software vendors
• High-Quality Delivery: Enforce quality gates, testing standards, and security
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with state/regulatory data privacy laws
• Continuous Improvement: Standardize project delivery methods across teams
• Speed-to-Market: Accelerate P&C product launches and features
• Value Realization: Leverage technology for operational efficiency
• Future-Proofing: Contribute to strategic roadmap with AI/analytics/telematics

Skills

Portfolio management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Executive storytelling

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

PMI/PMI-ACP/PMP or similar certification

Tools

Guidewire

Duck Creek

Salesforce

Job description

We are seeking a highly strategic, execution-oriented Program Manager to lead complex, multi-million-dollar initiatives across our Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance portfolio. In this role, you will oversee a dynamic program consisting of 5 to 10 active projects spanning multiple product lines (e.g., Personal Lines, Commercial Lines, Specialty) and core platforms (e.g., Policy Administration, Billing, Claims, Digital Agent/Policyholder Portals). The ideal candidate is a master of managing interdependencies, an exceptional communicator capable of bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technology teams, and a strategic partner focused on driving business growth, executive alignment, and high-quality, profitable delivery.

Req# 1072320660

Responsibilities

• Multi-Project Governance: Lead and orchestrate a portfolio of 5–10 highly complex, concurrent projects from inception through post-implementation
• Cross-Platform Alignment: Manage integration points and interdependencies across legacy systems, cloud architectures, and modern core insurance platforms (e.g., Guidewire, Duck Creek, Salesforce, or proprietary systems)
• Dependency & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, track, and mitigate program-level risks, bottlenecks, and cross-project dependencies to ensure seamless delivery
• Resource Optimization: Oversee cross-functional resource allocation (developers, business analysts, QA, underwriters, and external vendors) to maximize efficiency and prevent project collision
• Business Partnership: Act as the primary liaison between IT and key business units (Underwriting, Claims, Actuarial, Finance, Product, and Sales/Distribution)
• Executive Presence: Translate highly technical and complex project details into clear, strategic executive summaries
• C-Suite Reporting: Regularly present program health, milestone achievements, financial status, and strategic ROI metrics to the executive leadership team (C-suite, VPs, and Steering Committees)
• Change Management: Champion change management strategies to ensure high adoption rates of new platforms and processes among internal business users and external agent networks
• P&L Ownership: Manage the overall program budget (capital and operational expenses), ensuring maximum return on investment (ROI)
• Cost & Value Tracking: Monitor project spend against baselines, identify variances early, and implement corrective actions to keep the program profitable and on-budget
• Vendor & Contract Management: Oversee third-party system integrators (SIs) and software vendors, ensuring they deliver on time, within scope, and under contracted financial terms
• High-Quality Delivery: Ensure that all projects within the program adhere to rigorous quality gates, automated testing standards, and security protocols
• Regulatory Compliance: Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure all new product lines, platform features, and data handling processes comply with state insurance departments, NAIC guidelines, and data privacy laws
• Continuous Improvement: Standardize project delivery methodologies (Agile, SAFe, or Hybrid) across teams to elevate software delivery standards
• Speed-to-Market: Accelerate the launch of new P&C products and features, directly contributing to premium growth and market competitiveness
• Value Realization: Identify opportunities to leverage technology for operational efficiency (e.g., straight-through processing in underwriting, claims automation) to lower the combined ratio
• Future-Proofing: Actively contribute to the strategic roadmap by identifying emerging tech solutions (such as AI, predictive analytics, or telematics) that align with future business growth

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive project and program management experience, including 3+ years dedicated to the P&C Insurance industry
• Proven track record of simultaneously managing programs of 5-10 projects with budgets exceeding $10M+
• Demonstrated experience managing complex system integrations and data migration projects
• Expertise in standardizing project delivery methodologies such as Agile, SAFe, or Hybrid across teams
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements, including state insurance departments, NAIC guidelines, and data privacy laws
• Skills in identifying opportunities to leverage technology for operational efficiency, such as straight-through processing and claims automation

Nice to have

• Background in P&C insurance processes, including Underwriting, Policy Lifecycle, Claims Processing, Billing, and Reinsurance
• Hands-on experience with modern core insurance suites such as Guidewire, Duck Creek, or Majesco
• Familiarity with digital portal deployments

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.