Senior Engineering Project Manager

STAND 8 Technology Consulting; California; On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineering Project Manager to lead complex software and infrastructure projects. This role emphasizes excellence in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, requiring strong communication and leadership skills to drive project success. You will act as the primary contact for engineering teams, simplifying complex concepts and ensuring alignment with business objectives. This exciting opportunity allows you to manage multiple projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about technology and project management, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading intricate engineering programs and projects.
• Strong knowledge of software and infrastructure engineering technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple programs and projects ensuring objectives are met.
• Develop effective working relationships with engineers to guide the team.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

B.S./B.A. degree in a relevant field

PMP Certification

CSM Certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Clarizen

ServiceNow

Job description

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STAND 8 Technology Consulting provided pay range

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Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $70.00/hr

STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India.

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Project Manager to join our team, ensuring the successful delivery of software and infrastructure engineering programs and projects. This role requires excellence in planning and executing in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, with strong communication, influencing, project management, and Agile skills being crucial in driving success. Acting as the primary contact for assigned engineering teams, the candidate will lead multiple programs and projects, simplifying complex concepts for the team and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary contact for assigned engineering teams, serving as program manager, project manager, or scrum master based on assignments.
• Lead and oversee multiple programs and projects of various methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban), types, and sizes, ensuring objectives and project deliverables are achieved according to plan.
• Develop effective working relationships with engineers to guide the team to success.
• Simplify complex concepts/requirements for the team and stakeholders, aligning them with business objectives.
• Plan, initiate, and track tasks in Jira.
• Create and manage all necessary project documentation (e.g., meeting minutes, action items, status reports).
• Coordinate and facilitate weekly project status meetings, daily standups, and agile ceremonies.
• Manage the program or project lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Utilize enterprise project management tools and applications to provide project status and reporting, adhering to PMO processes, documentation standards, and best practices.
• Prioritize tasks and work streams effectively to achieve department and business goals.
• Manage risks, issues, track and resolve dependencies, and utilize resources to remove impediments to the team.
• Collaborate with colleague program, project, and product managers within the organization.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience leading intricate engineering programs and projects.
• Strong knowledge of software and infrastructure engineering technologies (compute, storage, network, database, cloud, DevOps, infrastructure as code, front/back-end development).
• In-depth knowledge of media engineering practices.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Clarizen, and ServiceNow.
• Experience with Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
• Proficient in Jira, Confluence, and JQL queries.
• PMP Certification.
• CSM certification.
• B.S./B.A. degree in a relevant field (or equivalent work experience).
• Ability to effectively summarize status and communicate with senior leadership.
• Adaptable performer who can lead effectively under pressure and through significant change.
• Willingness to continually learn about new technologies, project management methodologies, and adapt to evolving business and industry needs.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and projects independently.
• Familiarity with leading projects within a program structure (reporting up to a program manager, leadership, etc.).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience in the media entertainment industry.
• Background as an engineer.
• Proficiency in DevOps practices.
• Strong leadership qualities to motivate, guide, and inspire teams.
• Results-driven with a commitment to completing tasks efficiently.
• Experience in the digital media sector in the United States.
• Familiarity with video supply chain, infrastructure, delivery systems, and playback is preferred.
• Exceptional skills in technical, analytical, organizational, and research areas.
• Ability to lead and present program and project information effectively to diverse audiences, including executive management.
• Excellent team-building, vendor, and customer relations abilities.
• Analytical and process-oriented, capable of structuring complex problems.

Additional Details:
The base salary range for this position is $60-70/per hour, depending on experience.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits:

• Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem.
• Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow.

About Us:
STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the "bleeding edge" of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.

Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.

Check out more at www.stand8.io; and reach out today to explore opportunities to grow together!

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Information Services