Program Manager III, Software Engineering, Core

Google; United States; On-site; USD 159,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a Program Manager III for Software Engineering, Core, based in San Francisco or New York. You will lead multi‑disciplinary programs across offices and time zones, coordinating stakeholders, planning requirements, managing schedules, and mitigating risks to deliver on commitments.

As part of the Core team, you will help build central solutions and ensure scalable, safe experiences for users, with opportunities to influence technical decisions and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience with the end-to-end software development life cycle (e.g., build, test, and release).

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver optimized program communication plans including executive and key partner communications.
• Determine phasing and metrics associated with program lifecycle that effectively address continuous improvement including Resource Stewardship (effective deployment of machine and people resources), including near- and long‑term objectives.
• Determine and collect data required to govern programs and effectively drive stakeholder decision‑making.
• Anticipate change management requirements that are required by program stakeholders.
• Build trusted relationships with program stakeholders, including managing expectations of senior cross‑functional leads and ensuring they have the insights they need to make effective decisions.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Program Manager III, Software Engineering, Core

San Francisco, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA

Mid

Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Francisco, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience with the end-to-end software development life cycle (e.g., build, test, and release).

Preferred qualifications:

• 5 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.

About the job

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross‑functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

The Core team builds the technical foundation behind Google’s flagship products. We are owners and advocates for the underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure at Google. These are the essential building blocks for excellent, safe, and coherent experiences for our users and drive the pace of innovation for every developer. We look across Google’s products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers and strengthen existing systems. As the Core team, we have a mandate and a unique opportunity to impact important technical decisions across the company.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $159000 - $231000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

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Responsibilities

• Design and deliver optimized program communication plans including executive and key partner communications.
• Determine phasing and metrics associated with program lifecycle that effectively address continuous improvement including Resource Stewardship (effective deployment of machine and people resources), including near- and long‑term objectives.
• Determine and collect data required to govern programs and effectively drive stakeholder decision‑making.
• Anticipate change management requirements that are required by program stakeholders.
• Build trusted relationships with program stakeholders, including managing expectations of senior cross‑functional leads and ensuring they have the insights they need to make effective decisions.