Project Manager

Support Revolution; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro is seeking a highly organized Project Manager for our Systems Department in San Jose, CA. You will oversee project operations, manage timelines, and coordinate with pre/post sales to drive opportunities.

The role requires initiative, clear communication, and comfort in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1+ years in project management, with expertise in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall and proficiency in MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related field preferred.
• 1+ years of project management experience, IT infrastructure focus a plus.
• Experience with agile, scrum, and waterfall methodologies; familiar with PM tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timelines, and resources.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define requirements and deliverables.
• Serve as primary contact for project communications and status updates.
• Facilitate meetings, gather feedback, and track risks and issues.
• Monitor progress, ensure quality, and document lessons learned.
• Present reports to senior management and engage with customers.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Trello

MS Office

Job description

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Location: San Jose, California, United States

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Manager to join our Systems Department. This role is key to supporting project management operations, overseeing processes, handling administrative tasks, and providing valuable data analysis. They will also need to communicate among pre/post sales to promote and drive project opportunities. The ideal candidate will be capable of taking initiative with minimal direction, maintaining a balance between firmness and flexibility, and thriving in a dynamic environment where priorities may shift and ambiguity is common.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

• Develop comprehensive project plans that outline project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation specific to Supermicro technology implementations
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, ensuring stakeholders are informed of project status, risks, and issues
• Facilitate regular project meetings, provide updates and gather feedback from team members and stakeholders
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables
• Monitor project progress and adjust as necessary to ensure successful completion
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and adhere to best practices in project management and Supermicro technology
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement lessons learned in future projects
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and technical specifications
• Prepare and present project reports to senior management, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommendations
• Engage with customers at various levels including senior executives, engineering, and product marketing to convey our capabilities and vision, and understand their challenges and requirements
• Provide product trainings to internal teams, sales teams and customers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred. A master’s degree is a plus
• 1+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on IT infrastructure
• Proficient in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure

Salary Range

$85,000 - $100,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.