Staff Engineering Project Manager

NBCUniversal; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); Remote; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Engineering Project Manager to drive complex software and infrastructure projects. This role requires a strong leader with excellent communication skills and a solid technical foundation to manage projects in a hybrid waterfall and agile environment. You will be responsible for developing project scopes, schedules, and budgets while leading cross-functional teams to success. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in dynamic settings, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact within a renowned organization. Join a team that values diversity and innovation, and take the next step in your career with this exciting role.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounts and Perks

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading complex software or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical foundation and ability to influence teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple programs and large projects.
• Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Cloud Infrastructure

Leadership Skills

Agile Methodologies

Attention to Detail

Education

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

Tools

Jira

ServiceNow

Smartsheet

Job description

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain, and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests, and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

NBCUniversal has an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to become a Staff Engineering Project Manager with a specific focus on supporting our Enterprise Technology division. Enterprise Technology supports corporate technology, broadcast, and production systems globally across the NBCU portfolio. This role will work on large complex software projects affecting large parts of our organization.

The Staff Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of software, cloud, and infrastructure engineering projects while meeting performance, quality, and scheduling goals. The project manager will be expected to plan and execute in a hybrid waterfall and agile environment. This position requires strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills. Must have a strong technical foundation and ability to quickly develop a deep understanding of the strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple programs and large projects
• Develop and maintain project scope, schedule, and budgets
• Manage and update detailed project plans, roadmaps, and trackers to monitor and track progress
• Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations effectively and timely across all levels of the organization
• Manage project resource capacity, identify overallocated resources, and build mitigation strategies
• Plan and maintain strong mitigation strategies against possible risks and issues
• Lead cross-functional teams toward shared goals against tight timelines
• Communicate weekly and monthly project status
• Provide input towards constantly improving processes with the intention of efficiency and automation

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years’ experience leading complex software or infrastructure projects
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, and Smartsheet
• Excellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detail
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and account migrations
• Foundational understanding of software and infrastructure engineering technologies
• Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to coordinate and influence team members from global teams with diverse backgrounds, business objectives, and time zone constraints
• Adaptable performer who can lead effectively under pressure and through significant change
• Ability and desire to continually learn about new technologies, project management methodologies, and adapt to ever-changing business and industry needs

Desired Characteristics

• PMP or CSM certification
• Previous work experience within media entertainment industry
• AWS or Azure cloud certification, or equivalent deep understanding of AWS and Azure
• Culture carrier with strong leadership skills to drive, deliver, develop and inspire
• Results-oriented with initiative to work until job is complete
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Willingness to travel, work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must be 18 years or older

Additional Requirements

• Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $110,000 - $155,000 (bonus eligible).

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].