Senior Program Manager

Job Number: 37048

Position Title: Senior Project Management

External Description:

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Senior Program Manager

We're looking for a Senior Program Manager candidate with experience in managing complex software development projects to join our team in Toronto, Canada ( hybrid).

You will report to the Director Project Management

You will track and manage cross-functional product initiatives to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives..

Technology You'll Use

Program management

Your Role Responsibilities? Here's What You'll Do

• Track and manage cross-functional product initiatives to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Proactively support the team by identifying and removing blockers & impediments, setting a positive example for others to follow.
• Oversee project planning and execution, ensuring projects/releases are well-defined, efficiently managed, and delivered with high quality.
• Collaborate with R&D managers to assist in release planning and prioritization of features and enhancements.
• Provide strategic direction to the team, promoting the adoption of Agile practices, standards, and methodologies.
• Elevate our project management methodologies by leveraging your expertise in Agile development practices and industry best practices.
• Ensure consistent use and implementation of Informatica's Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodology across all projects.
• Utilize your technical expertise to assess the technical complexity of proposed features, identify potential risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Keep the management team informed on the status, roadblocks, and risks associated with programs/releases, and provide timely updates as needed.
• Define, manage, and maintain dashboards to track project progress, key performance indicators (KPIs), and other relevant metrics.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance your Agile knowledge, technical expertise, and contribute to the professional growth of the team.

Role Essentials

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant program management experience in a software development organization.
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and expert knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Atlassian Jira and Confluence wiki.
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies in the context of enterprise-level application development projects.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including knowledge of cloud services like compute, storage, networking, databases, and serverless computing.
• Understanding of architectural principles underlying SaaS applications, including multi-tenancy, scalability, security, and data privacy.
• Awareness of security best practices and compliance requirements relevant to SaaS products, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
• Experience collaborating with remote and global teams.
• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices and best practices for the full software development life cycle.
• BA/BS or equivalent educational background, we will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant professional experience

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and wellness benefits (Paid parental leave, adoption benefits, life insurance, disability insurance and 401k plan or international pension/retirement plans
• Flexible time-off policy and hybrid working practices
• Tuition reimbursement program to support your and personal growth
• Equity opportunities and an employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Comprehensive Mental Health and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefit

We're guided by our DATA values and passionate about building and delivering solutions that accelerate data innovations. We do that by creating an inclusive culture that celebrates and supports diversity. So, if your experience aligns but doesn't exactly match every qualification, apply anyway. You may be exactly who we need to fuel our future with innovative ideas and a thriving culture.

Informatica (NYSE: INFA), an Enterprise Cloud Data Management leader, brings data and AI to life by empowering businesses to realize the transformative power of their most critical assets. We pioneered the Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud™ that manages data across any multi-cloud, hybrid system, democratizing data to advance business strategies. Customers in over 100 countries and 85 of the Fortune 100 rely on Informatica. www.informatica.com. Connect with LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Informatica. Where data and AI come to life.

City: Toronto

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Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

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At Informatica we know diversity drives innovation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and Informatica policy.

Travel Requirement: Limited

Location_formattedLocationLong: Toronto, Ontario CA