Principal Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take the lead on the complete lifecycle of extensive, intricate, cross-functional programs, from the initial scoping and business case development to execution, launch, and post-launch evaluation.

• Serve as a reliable business partner to functional executives and leadership teams, acting as the primary contact for EPMO-supported initiatives and serving as an escalation point for senior-level issues.

• Create and guide cross-functional working groups without formal authority, defining shared objectives, establishing a regular cadence, and ensuring accountability.

• Propel progress by setting short- and medium-term objectives, removing obstacles, and aligning diverse stakeholders around a unified source of truth.

• Outline program scope, objectives, and success metrics; create project plans and maintain an authoritative record of decisions and status updates.

• Communicate the health of the program, including aspects such as scope, schedule, risks, and resource allocation, to senior and executive leadership.

• Facilitate cross-functional workshops, drive decision-making, and hold teams accountable for the actions that result from those discussions.

• Contribute to the development of EPMO standards, tools, and best practices, including the integration of AI capabilities throughout the program lifecycle.

• Establish company-wide program management standards and provide mentorship to other program managers, even in the absence of formal direct reports.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience leading enterprise-level, cross-functional programs and independently managing large, ambiguous initiatives to achieve successful outcomes.

• Proven ability to lead by influence rather than authority, cultivating trust and accountability among senior stakeholders and globally diverse teams.

• Exceptional executive communication skills, demonstrating clarity, precision, and diplomatic finesse.

• Strong sense of ownership and ability to execute independently in ambiguous and autonomous environments.

• Sound business acumen with the capability to quickly become proficient in new functional areas such as Legal, Finance, or Revenue.

• Comfort in actively participating in a lean, high-performing team rather than merely delegating tasks.

• Ability to juggle multiple high-priority initiatives while adapting to changing dependencies and deadlines.

• Familiarity with AI systems to enhance both personal and team productivity.

• Experience with standard project, program, and portfolio management tools, including those with AI functionalities.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Preferred: Proficiency in LLMs, generative AI, and agentic frameworks.

• Preferred: Experience in managing programs that encompass significant AI aspects.

• Preferred: Professional certifications such as PMP or PgMP.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus for non-sales positions, based on both individual and company performance.

• Generous paid parental leave policy.

• Flexible time off arrangements.

• Available spending accounts.

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance options.

• Vision insurance plans.

• Sabbatical leave after 5 years of service.

• Flexible work arrangements facilitated by remote-first teams.