Program Manager_Offshore

<p>We are seeking a <strong>Program Manager</strong> to lead the successful execution of a large-scale platform replatforming program. This role is pivotal in orchestrating the collaboration between <strong><a href="https://himalayas.app/companies/photon">Photon</a></strong>, client stakeholders, and cross-functional technical teams. The Program Manager will ensure smooth delivery from discovery through deployment, driving alignment, resolving dependencies, and ensuring all program milestones are met on time and within scope.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><strong>Program Planning &amp; Execution</strong><ul><li>Own and manage the <strong>"Technical Discovery &amp; Blueprint Design"</strong> phase to establish a structured and comprehensive foundation for the program.</li><li>Define and maintain a <strong>master program plan</strong>, aligned with Agile/SAFe delivery principles and client timelines.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Cross-Team Leadership</strong><ul><li>Lead and coordinate the <strong>Core Transversal Team</strong>, ensuring architectural consistency, alignment to standards, and knowledge sharing across squads.</li><li>Act as the <strong>primary liaison</strong> between <a href="https://himalayas.app/companies/photon">Photon</a> and client leadership to ensure seamless communication, risk management, and stakeholder alignment.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Delivery &amp; Dependency Management</strong><ul><li>Track progress across sprints and workstreams, proactively addressing risks, blockers, and resourcing needs.</li><li>Ensure client-side deliverables, infrastructure readiness, and external dependencies are delivered on time.</li><li>Facilitate vendor coordination to ensure <strong>timely delivery of all work products</strong> and integration points.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement</strong><ul><li>Provide regular status updates, dashboards, and reports to both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Drive decision-making, issue escalation, and change management processes as needed.</li></ul></li></ul><h3>Required Qualifications</h3><ul><li><strong>Professional Experience</strong><ul><li>12+ years of experience in program or project management, with a successful track record delivering <strong>complex IT transformation or replatforming projects</strong>.</li><li>Strong background in managing <strong>enterprise-level projects</strong> within <strong>financial services</strong>, capital markets, or similarly regulated industries.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Methodologies &amp; Tools</strong><ul><li>Deep understanding of <strong>Agile</strong>, <strong>Scrum</strong>, and <strong>SAFe Agile</strong> frameworks, with experience in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and PI planning.</li><li>Proficiency with <strong>project tracking tools</strong> (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Smartsheet).</li></ul></li><li><strong>Leadership &amp; Communication</strong><ul><li>Exceptional stakeholder management and <strong>cross-cultural team leadership</strong>, including coordination of <strong>blended onshore-offshore teams</strong>.</li><li>Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Technical Acumen</strong><ul><li>Familiarity with <strong>software development lifecycle (SDLC)</strong>, architecture governance, and development-to-deployment handoffs.</li><li>Ability to interface with architects, tech leads, QA leads, and client-side business owners.</li></ul></li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3><ul><li>PMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or equivalent certifications.</li><li>Previous experience in <strong>AI-enabled transformation</strong> or platform modernization programs.</li><li>Understanding of middleware technologies (MQ/Kafka), legacy systems (C/C++), and modern platforms (Java, microservices).</li></ul><p>Originally posted on <a href="https://himalayas.app">Himalayas</a></p>