Senior Program Manager

2 Months ago • 6 Years + • Program Management

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Program Manager at Actian, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, shaping the future of the PMO. This role involves owning critical programs, collaborating with various teams to ensure alignment and seamless execution. Your responsibilities will include leading end-to-end program delivery, facilitating meetings, developing project plans, proactively managing risks, and fostering communication across the organization. You'll also identify process improvements, mentor team members, and contribute to building high-performing teams. The role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a passion for developing talent, ensuring that teams align and achieve meaningful results.
Must have:
  • 6+ years of experience in program/project management.
  • 2+ years in people management or mentorship.
  • Proven success in cross-functional programs.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, Google Workspace, and Teams.
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and solve problems strategically.
  • A passion for building high-performing teams.
Good to have:
  • Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, MBA.
  • Fluency with remote collaboration tools.
  • Familiarity with database technologies.

Job Details

About Actian At Actian, we believe data should be a competitive advantage. Through the deployment of data technology, underpinned by a relentless and trusted service commitment, we help business critical systems transact and integrate at their very best. As a trusted leader in data management, integration, and analytics, our mission is to help businesses unlock the full potential of their data to drive better decision-making and innovation.   Who We’re Looking For We’re looking for a Senior Program Manager to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives and help shape the future of the PMO. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated person who thrives in fast-paced environments, brings clarity to complex projects, and communicates effectively across all levels of the organization. You are also a strong leader who is passionate about developing talent—committed to supporting, mentoring, and empowering team members to grow and succeed in their careers. In this role, you will own critical programs, collaborating with teams across the organization to ensure alignment, seamless execution, and meaningful results. 

Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs aligned with strategic business goals.
    • Facilitate project meetings and workshops to align stakeholders and drive execution.
    • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including scope, schedules, and dependencies. 
    • Proactively identify and resolve risks, as well as address blockers and drive accountability to keep programs on track.
    • Serve as the connective tissue for teams and stakeholders across the organization, ensuring consistent communication and alignment across teams.
    • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and transparency across program operations.
    • Mentor and support team members, fostering their growth and supporting them in navigating complex challenges.

Requirements:

    • 6+ years of experience in program or project management, with at least 2 years in a people management or mentorship role.
    • Proven success leading cross-functional programs in a fast-paced remote or hybrid environment.
    • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with executives.
    • Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Google Workspace, and Teams.
    • Strong ability to manage ambiguity and solve problems with a strategic and structured approach.
    • A passion for building high-performing teams and developing others.

Preferred Skills:

    • Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, MBA are a plus but not required. 
    • Fluency with remote collaboration tools and distributed team dynamics.
    • Familiarity with database technologies

We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

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