Strategic Cloud Programs Lead

Akamai Technologies, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FlexBase program

Healthcare benefits

401K savings plan

Job summary

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead strategic, cross-organization programs within the Cloud Technology Group Strategy & Operations. You will align product, engineering and other functions to deliver high-impact initiatives that improve customer outcomes.

You will establish programs, manage plans, dependencies and risks, and drive continuous improvement through agile practices. Join Akamai to influence change and scale operations across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Have 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in business management or its equivalent.
• Significant experience in Agile processes and methodologies.
• Demonstrate ability in change management and transformation processes.

Responsibilities

• Establishing cross-functional teams, coordinating subject matter experts to establish, plan and implement programs.
• Managing program plans, dependencies, deliverables, and risks, while aligning resources and providing proactive program visibility.
• Evaluating and improving processes, tools, and best practices to help shape efficiency and consistency.
• Driving cultural change by championing an agile mindset.
• Ensuring the organization is adhering to industry best practices.
• Serving as a point of contact for escalation with stakeholders and assisting in removal of blockers.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management or equivalent

Job description

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead strategic, cross-organization programs within the Cloud Technology Group Strategy & Operations. You will align product, engineering and other functions to deliver high-impact initiatives that improve customer outcomes.

You will establish programs, manage plans, dependencies and risks, and drive continuous improvement through agile practices. Join Akamai to influence change and scale operations across the enterprise.