Program Manager with Google Cloud technical exp.

NLB Services; United States; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Level Business Services Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead strategic cloud initiatives and complex transformation projects across global regions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver Google Cloud solutions aligned with client business goals.

The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and expertise in GCP, with a focus on on-time, within-budget delivery in a remote, international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of program or project management experience with cloud technologies.
• Hands-on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) expertise: design, migration, and deployment.
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management for large-scale Google Cloud initiatives, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define program scope, objectives, and success criteria aligned with business goals.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and schedule adherence across multiple workstreams.
• Interface with technical teams to architect, implement, and optimize Google Cloud solutions tailored to client needs.
• Manage client communications, expectations, and escalations, ensuring high customer satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
• Track program metrics, prepare executive status reports, and drive continuous improvement in delivery processes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, security protocols, and industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide project managers, engineers, and other team members to elevate team performance and cloud competency.

Skills

Program management

Cloud technologies

Leadership

Communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Tools

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Job description

• Languages: Business fluency in both Japanese and English is mandatory.
• Start Date: Must be ready to start by November 4
• Location: Open to any region across EMEA, JAPAC, and AMER (Remote)

Overview of the Role

As a Program Manager specializing, you will lead strategic cloud initiatives, drive complex transformation projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class solutions leveraging Google Cloud technologies. This role is pivotal in shaping cloud adoption strategies, optimizing technical delivery, and ensuring alignment with client business objectives, contributing directly to client's growth and reputation as an industry innovator.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program management for large-scale Google Cloud initiatives, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define program scope, objectives, and success criteria aligned with business goals.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and schedule adherence across multiple workstreams.
• Interface with technical teams to architect, implement, and optimize Google Cloud solutions tailored to client needs.
• Manage client communications, expectations, and escalations, ensuring high customer satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
• Track program metrics, prepare executive status reports, and drive continuous improvement in delivery processes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, security protocols, and industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide project managers, engineers, and other team members to elevate team performance and cloud competency.

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in program or project management, with a strong focus on cloud technologies.
• Hands-on technical expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including solution design, migration, and deployment.
• Professional certifications such as Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and cloud migration frameworks.