Senior Program Manager
Senior Program Manager
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$ 110000 - 149000
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Job Description
Company Description
Dcode is a team of doers dedicated to bridging the gap between the speed of technology and the federal government. We align people culture policies and processes to get tech in the hands of those who need it most. Operating at the nexus of government leaders emerging tech companies and venture capital we turn roadblocks into results.
Role Summary
We are seeking a mission-driven results-oriented Senior Program Manager to lead the execution of high-priority initiatives for a defense sector this role youll help launch and operate a function that can rapidly identify needs scout technologies integrate solutions and scale what works. This means building structure workflows and processes that overcome legacy constraints to ensure speed precision and measurable impact. You will be responsible for leading daily client engagements and navigating complex stakeholder relationships. Success in this role means navigating ambiguity moving with urgency and producing results that have a tangible mission impact.
This role requires exceptional program leadership skills knowledge of DoD acquisition and contracting pathways and the ability to translate complex operational requirements into actionable strategies and repeatable processes.
Salary range: $110000- $149000 plus bi-annual bonuses
Security clearance eligibility required. Secret or Top Secret preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Delivery
- Lead the launch and sustained operation of a high-tempo capability that rapidly connects identified needs to fielded solutions.
- Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans workflows and performance metrics.
- Drive iterative execution cycles to ensure progress is visible and measurable in weeks not months.
- Provide creative novel perspectives and approaches to how the government operates in the areas of policy acquisitions finance culture and processes in order to drive innovation and agility inside their missions.
- Serve as a trusted partner to senior defense leaders providing clear and data-backed recommendations.
- Facilitate alignment across diverse stakeholder groups to ensure priorities timelines and objectives are synchronized.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Establish mission-relevant performance metrics and implement tracking mechanisms to assess progress and impact.
- Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and refining processes for future application.
- Monitor risks resolve issues quickly and adapt plans to changing operational realities.
- Manage resourcing to ensure profitability targets are met.
Contract Management
- Understand and manage contract terms to ensure compliance at all times.
- Flag risks early and work with leadership to resolve them quickly.
- Implement solutions that make delivery more efficient and scalable.
Skills and Experience
Required Skills and Experience
- 7 years of relevant work experience including leadership of government-facing contracts in acquisition technology integration or operational support.
- Proven experience managing government contracts (DoD preferred) with strong understanding of contracting mechanisms such as OTAs CSOs and IDIQs.
- Strong familiarity with technology scouting evaluation and integration into complex environments.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills including the ability to brief senior leaders and produce decision-ready materials.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to operate in a fast-paced evolving environment and deliver results under pressure.
- Understanding and comfort with agile project management.
Youll Excel in This Role If You:
- Thrive in high-tempo mission-driven environments.
- Can distill complex needs into focused actionable initiatives.
- Balance strategic thinking with tactical execution.
- Proactively remove barriers and enable others to succeed.
Additional Information
We look for resilient hustlers:
Our CEO busted her face on the balance beam in college and got back up our CRO has knocked on a thousand doors was rejected 999 times and kept on knocking... What is your story
Equal Opportunity Statement
We provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to ethnicity religion sexual orientation gender family or parental status national origin veteran or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We believe diversity is a strength and aim to build an innovative and welcoming culture where people from all backgrounds feel respected and included. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has the tools resources and opportunities to excel.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
