Principal Technology Program Manager
Principal Technology Program Manager
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$ 115000 - 150000
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Job Description
This is a 100 remote opportunity candidates can be located anywhere in the US.
AboutUs:
CDK Global is a leading provider of cloudbased software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across automotive and related industries. The Companys cloudbased software as a service (SaaS) platform enables dealerships to manage their endtoend business operations including the acquisition sale financing insuring repair and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.
Position Summary
The Principal Technology Program Manager defines leads and manages timely completion of engineering projects of high complexity and high risk (e.g. crossorganization Business/Product Line involvement with extended duration and scope and cross organization dependencies and/or constraints) under limited supervision. Exercises judgment regarding strategy practices and procedures to accomplish challenging projects having a high level of risk and uncertainty in an agile environment. Communicates effectively and works collaboratively across organizations and business/product lines in support of creative delivery solutions and problem resolution. Mentors and guides Technology Project Managers at levels IIII. Demonstrates leadership and collaboration skills to achieve goals without direct control over resources. Works independently and exercises sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques to obtain results.
Position Responsibilities & Essential function
- Follow effective processes to optimize delivery within an agile/SAFe environment.
- Synchronizes portfolio planning scoping and processes to deliver associated projects ontime and within budget to committed roadmaps quality gates and performance KPIs.
- Identify project goals scope resources budget dependencies risks.
- Develop communication change management risk mitigation and governance plans.
- Execute and track projects against set goals timelines quality gates and performance KPIs.
- Identify escalate and resolve conflicts.
- Implement large crossteam multiyear programs and projects.
- Proactively identify opportunities and contribute to continuous business process improvement efforts to help streamline and standardize workflow communication and resource efficiencies.
- Conducts initiation and project closure activities to formalize and communicate the project acceptance and handover documentation and complete a postimplementation review to identify areas of improvement.
- Work with development leaders to define collect and analyze development team portfolio metrics with an eye toward continuous improvement.
- Communicate portfolio scope roadmap alignment priorities and status to governance board and stakeholders.
- Identify and manage portfolio risks and propose mitigation plans.
- Maintain awareness of industry trends business conditions and internal processes and practices to influence the success of portfolio initiatives.
- Provide mentoring to project managers on complex projects
Qualifications
Preferred:
- Project Management or Agile Certification (PMP PMIACP SAFe CSP).
- Program Management Professional Certification (PgMP).
- Experience working in an agile software development environment.
- Experience in collaborating with offshore agile teams.
- Strong understanding of technology stack and product lifecycle
- Experience in collaborating across business/product lines and organizational groups.
Education/Experience
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Business or Engineering
- 10 years of experience in managing technical programs projects and priorities.
- 3 years experience leading and mentoring project management resources
- Understanding of project management tools such as JIRA Confluence Microsoft Office Visio etc.
- Strong problemsolving skills technical aptitude and automotive experience. Ability to think and act creatively and strategically.
- Exceptionally strong written and verbal communications with a strong aptitude for presenting thoughts and ideas to senior stakeholders.
- Excellent analysis problemsolving conflict management and time management skills.
- Strong estimation scheduling budget and resource allocation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and persuade key decisionmakers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong aptitude for presenting succinctly.
- Excellent ability to set clear expectations manage team performance and build high morale among team members.
- Some travel may be required.
Compensation: $115000 $150000
CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors including but not limited to skills experience certifications and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical dental and vision benefits in addition to:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K Matching Program
Tuition Reimbursement
At CDK we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people customers and communities. We are open curious and encourage different views so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.
CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed ancestry national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status creed or religion age disability (including pregnancy) results of genetic testing service in the military veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
