What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Engineering Program Manager, Amazon Now, Worldwide Engineering and Innovation position at Amazon?
Description
As an Engineering Manager in the Worldwide Engineering and Innovation (WWEI) org, you will be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of projects across the organization. Your role will ensure these projects align with our strategic objectives by managing project progress, tracking key metrics, ensuring project management standards, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. You will work across technology and operations teams to drive innovation, prioritize initiatives, and optimize processes that positively impact customer experience while supporting business growth. A key aspect of your role will be providing executive-level reporting, all while maintaining alignment with Amazon's goals and vision.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and implement Program Management Office (PMO) standards, methodologies, and frameworks across assigned functional areas
- Lead the development and maintenance of executive-level business review documentation (MBRs and QBRs), with focus on performance metrics and strategic alignment
- Collaborate with director-level leaders to drive strategic alignment, resource allocation, change management initiatives, and cross-functional decision-making
- Facilitate stakeholder management through effective communication and transparent status reporting
- Lead execution of high-priority worldwide initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and objectives
- Partner with vertical Program Managers to provide mentorship, ensure consistent delivery standards, and drive successful project outcomes
A day in the life
You will lead critical business initiatives by developing PMO strategies that deliver measurable organizational impact. Your projects will standardize our processes and improve operations across the organization. Working closely with director-level leaders and stakeholders, you'll define project requirements, monitor progress, and manage risks. Your role involves synthesizing complex information for executive reviews while maintaining clear communication channels to keep all stakeholders informed of changes and impacts.
Basic Qualifications
- 5 years of directly managing and responsible for multiple large projects experience
- 5 years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
- Experience and strong technical background in relevant fields of automated or non-automated material handling equipment
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or technology
- Experience writing high-quality technical content for technical audiences (e.g., engineers, developers, scientists)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field
- Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma and other operations engineer tools
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $107,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $177,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Salary : $107,600 - $177,900