Job Title: Program Manager – Strategic Transformation Initiatives
Location: Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mumbai
Overview:
Join the Transformation Office and play a pivotal role in driving high-impact, cross-functional programs aligned with CTO and CEO priorities. As a Program Manager, you will lead strategic initiatives that span multiple teams and domains, ensuring seamless execution, stakeholder alignment, and measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Program Leadership
- Drive programs that directly support core business strategies and transformation goals.
- Translate executive priorities into actionable plans with clear milestones and success metrics.
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate across engineering, product, design, and business teams to ensure alignment and synergy.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
3. Risk & Issue Management
- Proactively identify risks and dependencies across programs.
- Develop and implement mitigation strategies to ensure program continuity and success.
4. Agile Delivery Excellence
- Champion agile methodologies and best practices across teams.
- Support sprint planning, backlog grooming, and agile ceremonies using tools like Azure DevOps, Jira, or Rally.
5. Performance & Observability
- Monitor program health through KPIs and dashboards.
- Identify bottlenecks and drive data-informed decisions to improve delivery velocity and quality.
6. Stakeholder Engagement
- Maintain transparent and consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and changes to ensure alignment and trust.
7. Continuous Improvement & Automation
- Foster a culture of innovation and learning.
- Identify opportunities for process automation and operational efficiency.
8. Compliance & Control Functions
- Act as the primary liaison for regulatory, compliance, and risk teams.
- Ensure all programs adhere to relevant policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in program or project management within a technology-driven environment.
- Strong understanding of agile frameworks and tools.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity in complex environments.
- Experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.