Itron
Networked Solutions System Program Manager
Itron, Liberty Lake, Washington, United States, 99019
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Itron is looking for an experienced
Networked Solutions System Program Manager
to work as an integral part of our Program Management Office (PMO). In this role, the Program Manager would manage and guide multiple simultaneous complex solution programs in the validation and integration of Itron’s products to satisfy customer requirements. This requires coordination of cross-functional Itron (Marketing, product management, hardware, firmware, software, test, quality, delivery, support, etc.) teams, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing solutions.
The Program Manager will also be responsible for monitoring the project from initiation through delivery, including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending. Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project i.e., product on schedule and within budget constraints.
Duties and Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end planning and execution of complex Software, Firmware, or Hardware programs from concept to production
Develop and maintain integrated schedules across software, firmware, hardware and test engineering
Manage critical-path dependencies between functional teams such as hardware, firmware, software, deployment, operations, support and external vendors
Develop strong working relationships with cross functional teams across all levels of the organization and provide exceptional Stewardship to program core team to deliver programs on time, within budget and with high quality while achieving excellent customer satisfaction
Monitor overall solution, anticipate, identify, track and mitigate potential risks and obstacles such as scope creep, resource & personnel shortfalls, schedule problems, release delays and budget overruns
Report to Business, R&D and Product Line Management on potential issues and conflicts
Communicate progress to all levels of the business regularly
Manage effective decision making
Facilitate, support, and drive program Change Management
Ensure project governance adherence
Oversee common use of Itron's program lifecycle process
Contribute to the refinement of program lifecycle process
Drive continuous improvement through knowledge sharing and training
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in related field such as computer science or engineering
5+ years of experience as a program manager, technical lead, or systems engineer managing software/firmware/hardware development and delivering complex products/platforms/solutions
Experience delivering SaaS, on-prem and cloud computing software models
PMP Certification preferred or an equivalent combination of education, experience and / or training
Strong mentorship skills with excellent communication, organizational and people skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional groups spread globally including diverse cultures and backgrounds
Ability to present concise and relevant program information to management and executives
Tools: MSOffice, MS Project, SharePoint, Azure
Preferred Skills & Experience
Previous experience in an R&D team & PMO organization
Agile development experience preferred
Scrum master experience a plus
Travel 1-10%
Benefits This position includes a competitive benefit package including financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!
Location & Salary San Jose, CA: $161,000 - $279,000 base salary
The successful candidate’s starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com
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Itron is looking for an experienced
Networked Solutions System Program Manager
to work as an integral part of our Program Management Office (PMO). In this role, the Program Manager would manage and guide multiple simultaneous complex solution programs in the validation and integration of Itron’s products to satisfy customer requirements. This requires coordination of cross-functional Itron (Marketing, product management, hardware, firmware, software, test, quality, delivery, support, etc.) teams, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing solutions.
The Program Manager will also be responsible for monitoring the project from initiation through delivery, including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending. Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project i.e., product on schedule and within budget constraints.
Duties and Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end planning and execution of complex Software, Firmware, or Hardware programs from concept to production
Develop and maintain integrated schedules across software, firmware, hardware and test engineering
Manage critical-path dependencies between functional teams such as hardware, firmware, software, deployment, operations, support and external vendors
Develop strong working relationships with cross functional teams across all levels of the organization and provide exceptional Stewardship to program core team to deliver programs on time, within budget and with high quality while achieving excellent customer satisfaction
Monitor overall solution, anticipate, identify, track and mitigate potential risks and obstacles such as scope creep, resource & personnel shortfalls, schedule problems, release delays and budget overruns
Report to Business, R&D and Product Line Management on potential issues and conflicts
Communicate progress to all levels of the business regularly
Manage effective decision making
Facilitate, support, and drive program Change Management
Ensure project governance adherence
Oversee common use of Itron's program lifecycle process
Contribute to the refinement of program lifecycle process
Drive continuous improvement through knowledge sharing and training
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in related field such as computer science or engineering
5+ years of experience as a program manager, technical lead, or systems engineer managing software/firmware/hardware development and delivering complex products/platforms/solutions
Experience delivering SaaS, on-prem and cloud computing software models
PMP Certification preferred or an equivalent combination of education, experience and / or training
Strong mentorship skills with excellent communication, organizational and people skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional groups spread globally including diverse cultures and backgrounds
Ability to present concise and relevant program information to management and executives
Tools: MSOffice, MS Project, SharePoint, Azure
Preferred Skills & Experience
Previous experience in an R&D team & PMO organization
Agile development experience preferred
Scrum master experience a plus
Travel 1-10%
Benefits This position includes a competitive benefit package including financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!
Location & Salary San Jose, CA: $161,000 - $279,000 base salary
The successful candidate’s starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com
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