Fivetran

Senior Manager - Engineering Program Management Office

Oakland, CA US
USD 183k - 229k
Docker AWS Azure Java PostgreSQL Oracle Kubernetes R SQL MySQL GCP
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Description

From Fivetran’s founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We’re proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.

 
About the Role
 
We’re looking for a Senior Manager for the Engineering Program Management Office (PMO). We are committed to delivering high-quality solutions and driving growth through effective project management, stakeholder management and strategic planning. We are looking for an experienced, motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our engineering PMO team.
 
As a Senior Manager in the engineering PMO, you will manage a team and support the coordination, implementation, and management of product portfolios, programs and projects for cross-functional teams. You will manage a team of Global program managers and work closely with the VP of Engineering Strategy and Operations and other Engineering Leaders and stakeholders to ensure that programs and projects are completed on time, within scope, within budget and to high standards of quality. This role will also work closely with R&D Operations to help ensure feature adoption. 
 
While managing a team is the core responsibility, there will be times when the person in this role is asked to be hands-on and manage their own projects or programs. This role is designed for individuals with a strong interest in technical project management who are also looking to have a career in management.
 
This is a full-time, hybrid position based out of our Oakland, CA office in the United States.
 
Technologies You’ll Use
 
Familiarity with JAVA, C, Github, Postgres, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, SAP, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, GCP, Zendesk, New Relic, Grafana, Snyk, BuildKite, CloudBeaver, Jira, Slab
 
What You’ll Do
 
  • Team Leadership and Development - Mentor and support team members, providing guidance and feedback while promoting professional development and growth within the team
  • Process Improvement - Continuously evaluate and refine technical program management practices and work with partner groups in Engineering and Product for cross-functional processes
  • Stakeholder Communication - Act as a point of contact for stakeholders, including senior management, engineering teams, and other partners
  • Documentation and Reporting - Maintain and hold the team accountable to documenting program plans, progress, and changes including reports, metrics, and lessons learned
  • Quality Assurance - Ensure that deliverables meet quality standards and follow release processes
  • Program Planning and Strategy - Support the team in establishing timelines and milestones for engineering delivery
  • Program & Portfolio Management  - Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to ensure alignment, timely delivery, and help manage dependencies
  • Technical Oversight - Ensure that technical solutions align with architectural standards and best practices; facilitate problem-solving
  • Risk Management - Identify, assess, and manage program risks and issues, including the development of risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
Skills We’re Looking For
 
  • At least 5-10 years managing, mentoring and coaching team members
  • 7-10 years of experience in project management with a proven track record of managing programs and projects from inception to completion via a wide range of methodologies
  • A deep understanding of specific Program/Project Management methodologies including Agile, Waterfall and Lean methodologies. 
  • An ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
  • Deep understanding of technical processes, especially a familiarity with the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Industry relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) not required but a strong plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking that support problem-solving
  • A passion for scaling processes and teams to meet the Enterprise
Bonus Skills​
 
  • Startup experience and Enterprise experience a plus
  • PMP Certification

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The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the target position and level. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Our job titles may span more than one career level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, business need, market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your location during the hiring process.


This range represents base salary only and does not include incentive for sales roles, equity, or  benefits, if applicable. 


Pay Range
$183,291.45$229,114.31 USD

 

Perks and Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid medical insurance*
  • Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
  • RSU stock grants*
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
  • Monthly cell phone stipend
  • Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.

*May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information

Click here to learn more about Fivetran's Benefits by Region.


We’re honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we’re proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream. Read about us in Forbes.     

Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.

To learn more about Fivetran’s culture and what it’s like to be part of the team, click here and enjoy our video.

To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.


We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don't hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.

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