Software Development Project Manager

ZT Systems; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus eligibility

401(k) retirement savings

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Mental health resources

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training programs

Job summary

ZT Systems in Secaucus, NJ, is seeking an early career Software Technical Program Manager to lead strategic software programs across worldwide production teams. You will coordinate the software development effort, drive process improvements, and ensure milestones remain on track in a high-visibility environment.

You'll collaborate with customers, product operations, and global production groups, communicating risks, updating stakeholders, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/IT or related field with 2+ years in software development, engineering or production (Masters with 0+ years is acceptable).
• Hands-on Jira experience is strongly desired.
• Strong cross-functional team management and clear communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate software development efforts for key strategic initiatives.
• Manage and track programs across software deliverables and process improvements.
• Attend weekly core team meetings to communicate updates and milestones.
• Identify and communicate program risks and mitigation strategies with stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation and disseminate project information to stakeholders.
• Attend regular production status meetings to provide status and assign actions.

Skills

Jira

Cross-functional leadership

PMP certification

Bachelor’s degree

Software development experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering/IT

Job description

About the Role

Are you an early career Software Technical Program Manager looking to work on the bleeding edge of AI hardware technology? The successful candidate will lead strategic programs and initiatives that will deliver innovative software and process improvements to our worldwide production facilities. They will work closely with our customers, product operations, and global production teams on the deliverables. This is a high visibility role in the company and will be expected to work across organizations to achieve results. If you want to be a program manager who likes challenges and wants to grow your career to the next level for the industry leader in custom-built AI and server and cloud storage solutions, this position could be perfect for you!

What You Will Do

Join a fast-growing team of software and PM professionals and be a technical PM who will coordinate the efforts of the software development team. You will focus on key strategic initiatives including process improvement programs that deliver results. Manage and track programs across the organization including software development, software deliverables, process improvements, etc. Attend weekly program core team meetings with cross-functional teams to communicate updates, track progress, and ensure that the program is on track to meet upcoming milestones Identify and communicate program risks to stakeholders, define risk mitigation strategies, and facilitate appropriate hardware & software engineering solutions Maintain documentation and disseminate project information to stakeholders Communicate risks and relevant mitigation plans Attend regular production status meetings to provide the status of programs and record assigned actions

What you Bring

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, and 2+ years of experience in a software development, engineering or production environment (or a Masters and 0+ years of experience). Software development experience is strongly desired Hands‑on experience with Jira is strongly desired Strong cross‑functional team management, strong interpersonal skills, and adaptive communication style Good Project Management skills in developing schedules and tracking milestones, PMP certification preferred but not required Effective communication to drive the program and provide clear updates ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $75,750 - $110,000. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world‑class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining. A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow. Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• -Competitive base salary
• -Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• -401(k) retirement savings plan
• -Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• -Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• -Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs- -Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• -Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• -Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• -Structured training programs and on‑job learning opportunities
• -Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here. ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing. ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company is a place where you can do work you’re proud of alongside smart, passionate people who get genuinely excited about what they’re able to accomplish here. We work, learn, and grow together in a supportive and fast‑moving environment where decisiveness and action are not only encouraged, but expected. Together, we’re tackling complex challenges and creating impactful solutions in one of the world’s most high‑demand industries—that’s where you come in. Learn more at www.ztsystems.com If you are a current ZT Systems employee interested in applying for an internal job, please use this link below: CURRENT EMPLOYEES APPLY HERE By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you agree to the applicant privacy policy linked here: https://ztsystems.com/applicant-privacy-policy/