Engineering Program Manager

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Engineering Program Manager for a contract assignment with one of our premier SaaS clients in San Jose, CA. This is a hybrid role with Tuesday - Thursdays onsite.Responsibilities:

• Release & Engineering Operations
  • Manage end-to-end release readiness processes, including planning, execution tracking, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
  • Partner closely with Engineering and Quality Engineering teams to ensure successful delivery and release of product capabilities.
  • Drive operational processes around testing, validation, bug management, launch readiness, and post-release reviews.
  • Maintain visibility into release health, testing status, and critical path dependencies.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Build strong partnerships across globally distributed teams.
  • Facilitate decision-making, manage trade-offs, and drive accountability.
  • Communicate program status and risks clearly to the cross-functional teams.
• Process Improvement
  • Continuously evaluate and improve operational processes, workflows, and tools to increase team effectiveness and execution velocity.
  • Drive scalable practices for planning, tracking, and delivery.
  • Drive accountability through clear ownership, action tracking, and operational rigor.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in Program Management, Engineering Operations, Technical Program Management, or related roles.
• Experience managing complex engineering programs and product releases.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, release management, testing processes, and engineering operations.
• Experience working closely with Engineering, Product Management, and Quality Engineering teams.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and drive results.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence/Wiki, and project tracking tools.
• Bachelor's Degree

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 https://sgainc.com/ . 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 EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy. 

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