Senior Program Manager (Contract) – Remote Options

Socket.dev; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex programs on a full-time contract basis in a hybrid work environment. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, finance, and other business functions to ensure on-time delivery and strategic alignment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in program or project management, strong communication skills, and experience with PM methodologies and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of program management experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects/workstreams.
• Proficient in PM methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Waterfall or hybrid.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with PM tools: Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com.
• PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master or similar certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple projects and programs from initiation through completion.
• Develop program plans, timelines, milestones, budgets, resource requirements, and performance objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, finance, and other business functions.
• Establish program priorities and ensure projects remain aligned with organizational strategy and business requirements.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies to keep initiatives on track.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, resources, and competing priorities while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Facilitate program meetings, stakeholder reviews, status updates, and executive presentations.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards outlining program performance, milestones, risks, budgets, and key deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure expectations, responsibilities, and timelines are clearly understood.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflows, and program delivery methodologies.
• Manage changes to program scope, timelines, resources, and priorities while maintaining appropriate documentation and approvals.
• Support budget management, resource allocation, vendor coordination, and contract-related activities as required.
• Ensure programs comply with organizational policies, quality standards, and applicable requirements.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and serve as a central point of coordination throughout the program lifecycle.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers, coordinators, and team members involved in program delivery.
• Continuously evaluate program outcomes and recommend improvements for future initiatives.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Agile / Scrum / Hybrid

Communication skills

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Asana

Smartsheet

Monday.com

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex programs on a full-time contract basis in a hybrid work environment. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, technology, product, marketing, finance, and other business functions to ensure on-time delivery and strategic alignment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in program or project management, strong communication skills, and experience with PM methodologies and tools.