Principal Engineer Software Engineering XIII

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure requirements, timelines, and deliverables are on track per agreed upon plan and budget. Develop and manage detailed project schedule and work plan. Manage Agile Software Development process with the Software Development Team Proactively identify risks and blockers. Develop and deploy mitigation plans.

Effectively communicate project status with targeted messages for a variety of stakeholders. Implement change management controls following policy and approval guidelines. Ensure lessons learned are documented throughout the project execution. Accountable for project governance and compliance to New Product Development and Introduction (NPDI) phase gate model.

Balance product requirements with the technical constraints, drive creative solution discussions, and negotiate trade-offs as needed. Champion continuous improvement culture based on meaningful metrics and tangible results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in engineering or related technical degree or related experience preferred. At least 8-10 years in technical project management or directly related experience. Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM, PMI-ACP or equivalent Certification preferred. Agile Software Development project management experience required.

Strong understanding of Phase-Gate NPDI processes and terminology. Experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management. Proficiency in project management software tools. Approximately 10-20% travel may be required (including international) Participation in global calls outside of normal working hours.

Strong leadership skills, with self-starter mentality. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to details with excellent organizational and technical skills.