Program Manager

Harmonic; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in virtualized broadband solutions is seeking a Program Manager to oversee complex projects across multiple teams. This remote role requires strong leadership and project management skills, with a focus on ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in telecom projects. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work with geographically dispersed teams.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years PM experience in telecom projects or >3 years Service Delivery Management.
• Deep knowledge of Project Management and PMI standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination of complex projects and track progress.
• Facilitate communication with stakeholders and address concerns.
• Manage all project phases from demo to deployment.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMI Standards

Agile

CCNA

CCNP

CCIE

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About Harmonic

Harmonic is the worldwide leader in virtualized broadband solutions, shaping the next generation of multigigabit connectivity. We revolutionized broadband networking via the industry’s first virtualized broadband solution, enabling broadband operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet service to consumers’ homes and mobile devices. Learn more at www.harmonicinc.com.

Role Description

We are looking for a Program Manager to ensure successful and timely execution of technical programs across multiple teams in multiple geo-locations and throughout the full system development life cycle. You can be based anywhere in the US and will report to the Sr. Manager - Program Management.

Location

Remote – this position is 100% Remote anywhere in the US, with travel requirements. Business trips possible, but will not exceed 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination & Scheduling: Oversee coordination of complex projects, define activities and resources, estimate efforts, and track progress while adhering to schedules.
• Project Tracking & Reporting: Monitor project status, track issues, and report on milestones, deliverables, risks, and overall progress.
• Stakeholder Communication & Issue Management: Facilitate communication with stakeholders, address concerns, and ensure alignment.
• Program Governance & Best Practices: Maintain program integrity, establish practices, templates, policies, and tools to improve organizational capabilities.
• End-to-End Project Lifecycle Management: Manage all project phases from demo to deployment, ensuring smooth execution.
• Independent Project Execution & Collaboration: Manage daily activities, maintain collaboration forums, and track success metrics.
• Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement: Develop standardized processes for efficiency and scalability.
• Project Documentation & Compliance: Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in project execution, monitoring, and control
• Budget tracking and risk management experience
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields
• Deep knowledge of Project Management and PMI standards
• Excellent time management and negotiation skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to collaborate with geographically dispersed teams
• English at an advanced level; additional European language a plus
• Understanding of networking hardware/software is a plus
• 2-3 years PM experience in telecom projects or >3 years Service Delivery Management
• Engineering background in telecom areas preferred
• Certifications like PMP, PMI, ITIL, Agile, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE are a plus

Travel

Up to 20% travel required.

Pay & Benefits

Estimated salary range: $70,000 - $100,000, based on market, location, and qualifications.

Our Commitment

Harmonic values diversity and inclusion, striving to build a respectful and innovative workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For assistance, contact [email protected]