Remote Program Manager

Summary

Planet Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Program Manager with 10 years' experience leading large, complex Federal Programs and specific technical background working with Microsoft Cloud products. The role involves managing and executing large-scale IT projects using Agile methodologies, setting strategic vision, and communicating complex technical matters effectively.

Requirements

• Experienced practitioner of Agile methodologies to include but not limited to SAFe, Kanban, Scrum, etc
• Previous experience managing and directing enterprise scale technical efforts to modernize and improve internal systems, as well as deploying new solutions
• Proven communication to manage remote work force and customer base with demonstrable results
• The ability to assess and negotiate financial, technical, and practical challenges as they arise and understand when to escalate issues internally and with clients
• Technical expertise in Cloud technologies, Microsoft tools, migration, automation and Agile software development methods, operations and/or Engineering
• Experience taking complex concepts and presenting to large groups with varying expertise
• Knowledge of SharePoint capabilities (SP 2013, 2016, and SharePoint Online)
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience leading large, complex Federal Programs
• Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Certified Scrum Master, and SAFe 6 are preferred

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage multiple Agile projects and coach the team and customer in Agile best practices
• Set the strategic vision and roadmap for the program and its subsequent projects
• Manage programs to their individual and broader budget and managing for success against outstanding goals; hiring decisions and financial impact
• Manage staffing which includes hiring and assessing appropriate coverage for various projects as they mature or change
• Balance multiple projects, each with significantly sized teams while keeping project milestones both technical and financial on track
• Identify and provide solutions to mitigate constraints and risks in the development process
• Coach team members on project management processes and best practices
• Collaborate with senior leaders and cross functional teams to make decisions and achieve program objectives
• Provide program updates, growth opportunities, and any escalation issues to the Planet executive team to ensure success

Benefits

Location: Hybrid, 25% on site in Washington, DC