Sr Project Manager

Starburst; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity (ISOs)

Benefits package

Job summary

Starburst is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to oversee and deliver strategic projects that drive AI and analytics initiatives. You will lead end-to-end delivery across multiple projects, coordinating with engineering, product, and sales teams to ensure timely, within-scope results and measurable business value.

The role requires strong leadership, proactive ownership, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• PMP or other relevant certifications are a plus.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring successful execution within scope, time, and budget constraints.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success (engineering, product management, sales).
• Define project objectives, requirements, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies for successful outcomes.
• Provide regular project updates and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Starburst delivers enterprise intelligence at scale by giving organizations secure, governed access to all their data, wherever it lives. Built for distributed data environments, Starburst helps enterprises power AI and analytics without the cost and complexity of traditional data consolidation. With open standards including Trino and Apache Iceberg, Starburst enables trusted access to complete enterprise context while helping organizations avoid vendor lock-in. Leading global enterprises trust Starburst to fuel AI, analytics, and enterprise intelligence. Learn more at starburst.ai .

About the Role

Starburst Data is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and delivering strategic projects that contribute to the success of Starburst and its clients. This role requires a combination of strong project management skills, technical acumen, effective communication abilities, and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.

As a Senior Project Manager at Starburst you will:

• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring successful execution within scope, time, and budget constraints.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and sales, to drive project success.
• Work closely with stakeholders to define project objectives, requirements, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations using highly organized working methods.
• Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and provide recommendations to the leadership team.
• Establish clear lines of communication within the project team and with key stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates, status reports, and **escalate** issues as needed.
• Ensure that project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and align with Company X’s commitment to excellence.
• Interface with clients to understand their requirements and expectations, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Drive customer adoption by ensuring delivered solutions are effectively implemented and deliver business value.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights and recommendations based on industry best practices.
• Identify new opportunities for expanding client engagement and delivering additional value.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the development of best practices within the project management function.
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and a proactive approach in all aspects of project delivery.

Some of the things we look for:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Project Manager in the technology sector, preferably in data analytics or related fields
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative with minimal supervision
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• PMP or other relevant certifications are a plus

Where could this role be based?

• US East

Starburst is dedicated to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range provided for this role reflects the minimum and maximum targets for candidates across all U.S. locations and could be inclusive of variable compensation, such as commission or bonus. All employees receive equity packages (ISOs) and have access to a comprehensive benefits offering. Actual compensation packages are determined based on relevant skills, experience, education and training, and specific work location. For more information, connect with the recruiting team or Hiring Manager during the process as they can provide more detailed information about the salary range.

Pay Range

$130,000 - $160,000 USD

Build your career at Starburst

All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry - and the future.

Our global workforce is supported by a competitive Total Rewards program that reflects our commitment to a rewarding and supportive work environment. This includes a variety of benefits like competitive pay, attractive stock grants, flexible paid time off, and more.

We are committed to fostering an intentional, inclusive, and diverse culture that drives deep engagement, authentic belonging, and an exceptional All-Star experience. We believe that diversity of thought, perspective, background and experience will enable us to own what we do, drive our success and empower our All-Stars to show up authentically.

Starburst 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.