What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Program Manager position at Software Guidance & Assistance?
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Engineering Program Manager for a contract assignment with one of our premier SaaS clients in San Francisco, CA. Also open to remote PST.
We are looking for a Senior Engineering Program Manager to help build the future of 3D across a number of critical 3D Workflows. The role demands someone who is self-motivated and passionate about driving complex, high-impact programs that align with strategic goals. The ideal candidate should have a solid technical background, strong communication skills, and be capable of coordinating multiple cross- functional initiatives with a sense of urgency. This role calls for a technical Program Manager who can navigate ambiguity, take decisive action, and achieve high-quality outcomes at scale.
Responsibilities:
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
We are looking for a Senior Engineering Program Manager to help build the future of 3D across a number of critical 3D Workflows. The role demands someone who is self-motivated and passionate about driving complex, high-impact programs that align with strategic goals. The ideal candidate should have a solid technical background, strong communication skills, and be capable of coordinating multiple cross- functional initiatives with a sense of urgency. This role calls for a technical Program Manager who can navigate ambiguity, take decisive action, and achieve high-quality outcomes at scale.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs, ensuring
- alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, product management, operations, and other teams to achieve program goals.
- Establish and maintain program timelines, identifying and mitigating risks proactively.
- Develop and implement standard methodologies for program management to optimize efficiency and execution.
- Communicate program status, challenges, and dependencies to collaborators at all levels, ensuring transparency and alignment.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for automation.
- Ensure technical teams stay focused and accountable for delivering high-quality solutions on time.
- Collaborate in partnership with product and engineering leadership to balance short-term work with long-term architectural strategies.
- BA/BS degree preferred
- 6-10 years of experience in technical program management, software engineering, or a related field OR equivalent practical experience.
- Strong technical background with a solid understanding of software development processes, cloud technologies, and system architectures.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical collaborators.
- Proven track record of delivering high-impact programs in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Have led on creation, consensus and roll-out of new program, planning and development processes.
- Strong Agile experience and background. Both as a participant and a driver.
- High level of immediacy and ownership with the ability to prioritize effectively and make data-driven decisions.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and pivot strategies, be flexible and open to new ideas and approaches.
- Ability to foster collaboration across multiple teams and collaborators with competing priorities.
- Experience working with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
- Strong business insight and ability to connect technical initiatives to business impact.
- Outstanding problem-solving skills with a proactive and strategic approach
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.