Senior Technical Program Manager

Shield AI is seeking a Program Manager to support and help lead the development and delivery of transformative unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems.

Responsibilities

Manage complex software development projects, leading and being accountable for projects that span multiple functional teams and cross-functional initiatives; Create cohesive project plans that track and drive product deliverables, ensure timely completion, resolve dependencies, evaluate risks, and communicate status to upper management and stakeholders; Solicit, aggregate, and track product and technical requirements from internal and external stakeholders into a single source of truth; Identify, catalog, and report on risks across multiple teams, and manage the burndown of risks through the program lifecycle

Requirements

Experience managing complex software development projects from start to finish, including setting and managing budgets, schedules, and resources; Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, running multiple projects simultaneously; Ability to run advanced projects/programs consisting of multiple interrelated projects, in a manner that is largely self-directed; Competency in both waterfall and agile project processes; Experience using scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet; Significant experience and excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Excellent skills in leadership, time management, organization, and team management; The ability to motivate and inspire others, set clear expectations, and delegate tasks effectively; Theoretical and practical knowledge of project management principles and practices; The ability to identify and manage risks, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and make sound decisions under pressure