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Vice President of Program Management Job in San Mateo, VT
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San Mateo, VT, US (On-site)
Full-time
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About GoPro
GoPromakes it easy for people to celebrate and share experiences. We believe life is more meaningful when shared. We build cameras, software, and accessories that help the world share itself in immersive and exciting ways.
GoPro is a global movement whose business is driven by shared experiences. We celebrate diversity. We practice inclusion. We foster belonging. We demand equality. And we share the experiences of individuals and communities who also hold these values as core to who they are. From So Paulo to Munich, Silicon Valley to Shenzhen, we are dedicated to building a company that reflects and honors the diverse global communities where we live, work, and play.
GoPro is seeking for an experienced individual to lead the Program Manager team. Reporting to the CTO, this role will serve as the global leader of the Program Management function and will serve as a center of excellence for the broader organization. The VP of Program Management is responsible for driving cross-functional coordination and communication, and developing comprehensive proactive risk identification/mitigation strategies to ensure the program goals are successfully executed within agreed budgets and timelines. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in managing multiple projects and program managers, and have experience with various Agile and project management methodologies.
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional and technical delivery of all company-wide hardware and software product development initiatives from early concepts to product launch.
Develop and lead a team of program managers to ensure on-time develop large scale projects from concept to ship.
Develop and manage end-to-end project plans and ensure on-time delivery while driving execution.
Perform cost estimates, budget control and critical path scheduling.
Identify and provide potential resolutions to problems, project changes and resource constraints, escalating to management as necessary.
Partner with all stakeholders to ensure seamless cross-functional execution
Drive internal and external process improvements across the team.
Communicate planning, project status, issues and risks in a timely fashion to the executive teams.
Influence peers and managers to build consensus while dealing with ambiguity.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
10+ years of project/program software management experience.
Capacity to own and execute multiple large-scale programs simultaneously.
Strong communication skills and experience working with highly technical management teams.
Strong organizational and coordination skills along with multi-tasking capabilities to get things done in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to motivate and focus cross functional teams to reach challenging goals.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a diverse, global, cross-functional team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exposure to large-scale systems.
High level technical understanding of the various elements of technical operations is preferred.
Experience with complex products that include both hardware and software components and an understanding of the different techniques required to successfully execute in each
GoPro Highlights
Fully-stocked kitchens with snacks galore
Named Top 5 Healthiest Employers of the Bay Area three years in a row
Recognized on the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America list
Live it. Eat it. Love it. Two dedicated hours during your week to explore your passions and capture it with your GoPro
Get your very own GoPro (Mounts and accessories included)
Discounted employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
401(K) matching
Discretionary Time Off
12 weeks paid Parental Leave for new parents
Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums are 100% paid for employees, 80% paid for dependents
Life insurance and disability benefits
Employee commuter shuttles
GoPro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
GoPromakes it easy for people to celebrate and share experiences. We believe life is more meaningful when shared. We build cameras, software, and accessories that help the world share itself in immersive and exciting ways.
GoPro is a global movement whose business is driven by shared experiences. We celebrate diversity. We practice inclusion. We foster belonging. We demand equality. And we share the experiences of individuals and communities who also hold these values as core to who they are. From So Paulo to Munich, Silicon Valley to Shenzhen, we are dedicated to building a company that reflects and honors the diverse global communities where we live, work, and play.
GoPro is seeking for an experienced individual to lead the Program Manager team. Reporting to the CTO, this role will serve as the global leader of the Program Management function and will serve as a center of excellence for the broader organization. The VP of Program Management is responsible for driving cross-functional coordination and communication, and developing comprehensive proactive risk identification/mitigation strategies to ensure the program goals are successfully executed within agreed budgets and timelines. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in managing multiple projects and program managers, and have experience with various Agile and project management methodologies.
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional and technical delivery of all company-wide hardware and software product development initiatives from early concepts to product launch.
Develop and lead a team of program managers to ensure on-time develop large scale projects from concept to ship.
Develop and manage end-to-end project plans and ensure on-time delivery while driving execution.
Perform cost estimates, budget control and critical path scheduling.
Identify and provide potential resolutions to problems, project changes and resource constraints, escalating to management as necessary.
Partner with all stakeholders to ensure seamless cross-functional execution
Drive internal and external process improvements across the team.
Communicate planning, project status, issues and risks in a timely fashion to the executive teams.
Influence peers and managers to build consensus while dealing with ambiguity.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
10+ years of project/program software management experience.
Capacity to own and execute multiple large-scale programs simultaneously.
Strong communication skills and experience working with highly technical management teams.
Strong organizational and coordination skills along with multi-tasking capabilities to get things done in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to motivate and focus cross functional teams to reach challenging goals.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a diverse, global, cross-functional team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exposure to large-scale systems.
High level technical understanding of the various elements of technical operations is preferred.
Experience with complex products that include both hardware and software components and an understanding of the different techniques required to successfully execute in each
GoPro Highlights
Fully-stocked kitchens with snacks galore
Named Top 5 Healthiest Employers of the Bay Area three years in a row
Recognized on the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America list
Live it. Eat it. Love it. Two dedicated hours during your week to explore your passions and capture it with your GoPro
Get your very own GoPro (Mounts and accessories included)
Discounted employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
401(K) matching
Discretionary Time Off
12 weeks paid Parental Leave for new parents
Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums are 100% paid for employees, 80% paid for dependents
Life insurance and disability benefits
Employee commuter shuttles
GoPro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.