Software Program Manager, Senior - IE-IoT

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We are looking for a Senior Software Program Manager to lead the next generation of IOT Software and solutions on Android platforms.  IOT chipsets and software are used in a variety of new use cases in the Industrial, Retail, Robotics, Energy, and a multitude of other segments.

As the Software Program Manager PM for Android, you will be working with engineering, business, and operations teams to establish the plan of record for the Android software products.

As a team leader in the group, you will be working on abstract problems in variable situations that typically require complex analysis. An understanding of IOT use cases and requirements is preferred. Experience with Android development frameworks and SDKs is highly desired for this role.

The responsibilities of this role include:
•    Working independently with no supervision 
•    Plan of record
o    Establish plan of record (POR) for the SW program from initial business case through final software product commercialization, working with the global engineering, Product Management, and Business Development teams. 

•    Execution 
o    Own all the SW program management aspects: top-down scope/cost estimation, establishing plan of record commitments, execution of the SW plan thru commercialization, and post commercialization support.
o    Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop program goals, set the prioritization of deliverables, ensure appropriate business processes are followed (e.g., program change management, communication) and drive decisions necessary for on time delivery. 
o    Managing risk is a key component of the responsibility: continuous risk assessment, identifying risks and identifying a mitigation plan that does not impact schedule or cost over runs.
o    Chair the Android SW product meetings as coordinated with IOT Target Program Management colleagues. 
o    Manages and takes responsibility for the SW program by applying up-to-date and innovative program management best practices.
o    Fully owns all key program metrics, including updating them as needed based on technical, roadmap and organizational needs; influences the priorities of teams as necessary, and applies appropriate leadership style to overcome both technical and organizational challenges.

•    Communication and Influencing
o    Influence key program level decisions which require strong negotiation and influence. 
o    Using verbal and written communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to multiple individuals/audiences with differing knowledge levels.
o    Provide transparent status on a regular cadence to the IOT BU execs.
o    Promote program vision and objectives within the team and management, gaining buy-in from stakeholders. Ensure program objectives are met or exceeded.
o    Promote adoption of processes by applying best practices and identifying and executing process improvement initiatives across the core team and PMO.

This is an office based position in San Diego, CA and is expected to work in accordance with Qualcomm's Onsite Work Policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

•    Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field. 
•    PMP Certification.
•    7+ years Program Management experience or related work experience. 
•    2+ years experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.
•    3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
•    2+ years experience working in a large matrixed organization.
 

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

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