(Agile1) Direct Hire

Program Manager
Direct Hire
Location: Oakland - This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and our Oakland Headquarters or San Ramon Valley Conference Center 2-3 days per week based on business need.
Salary range: $129,000 - $168,000

Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and accomplished Expert Program Manager to lead and manage a portfolio of Enterprise data, analytics and artificial intelligence portfolio. This expert role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in delivering complex projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. Adept in managing stakeholder expectations, foster seamless cross-functional collaboration, and driven by a passion for innovative problem-solving.

Job Responsibilities
Serve as the enterprise intake and orchestration lead for AI initiatives, ensuring investments are aligned to corporate strategy, value realization, and responsible AI principles.
Lead a portfolio of high-impact data, analytics, and AI programs, providing program governance, delivery oversight, and executive-level reporting.
Enable enterprise data and AI transformation by collaborating with business, technology, and data management teams to improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and innovation.
Manage program and project budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and projects are completed within the allocated budget.
Identify potential risks to the success of projects and develop comprehensive mitigation plans to address these risks proactively.
Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and effective communication among team members from different departments to achieve project objectives.
Regularly update stakeholders on project progress, changes, and any issues that arise, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.
Track project milestones and assess the performance of projects to ensure they meet the set objectives and deliver the expected outcomes.
Ensure project teams have the necessary resources, including personnel, technology, and tools, for timely and efficient execution of their tasks.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, communication plans, risk logs, and status reports, to ensure all project information is accurately recorded and accessible.
Ensure robust project governance to ensure compliance with internal audit requirements
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of IT programs by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.

Skills:
Strong understanding of artificial intelligence and data analytics digital trends.
Has led large scale complex programs to successful completion
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to manage budgets and resources.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively and drive clarity in ambiguous situations
Passionate and driven self-starter who consistently strives to achieve outstanding results.

Qualifications
Minimum:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
8 years of experience in technology programs and project management

Desired:
5+ years of experience in managing AI projects
5+ years of experience in demand management
Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware
PMP from PMI
SAFe Agilist
SAFe Lean Portfolio Management

Benefits: (employee contribution)
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Retirement plan

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.