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Senior Program Manager - Software And Saas Solutions: 26-00979

Akraya Inc.San Jose, CA

$70 - $80 / hour

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Overview

Compensation
$70-$80/hour

Job Description

Primary Skills: Program Management (Expert), Cross-Functional Collaboration (Advanced), Risk Management (Advanced), Process Improvement (Expert), Stakeholder Engagement (Expert)Contract Type:  W2 Duration:  8+ Months with possible extension Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid) Pay Range: $70 - $80 per hour on W2

Job Summary:We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead initiatives for launching new product offerings, requiring close collaboration with diverse cross-functional teams to achieve business goals. The role demands strategic roadmap creation, transformation into actionable plans, and diligent execution to meet time and budget constraints. The successful candidate will strategically manage complex, matrixed projects ensuring integration and alignment with broader business objectives and continuous process enhancements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, ensuring milestones are met within set timelines and budgets.
  • Facilitate cross-functional teamwork to align multiple project streams and dependencies, maximizing project outcomes.
  • Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential setbacks, ensuring project success.
  • Lead process optimization efforts across teams, promoting best practices and tool utilization for efficiency.
  • Drive the release management process to ensure effective deployment and functionality of product updates.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Proficient in using SharePoint, Jira, Smartsheet, and MS Office.
  • Knowledge of both waterfall and agile software development life cycles.
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with executives and diverse teams.

Industry Experience Required:

  • 6-8+ years in program management within the software, SaaS, or related sectors.

Education Required:

  • Bachelor's degree; MBA or equivalent strongly preferred.
ABOUT AKRAYAAkraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environmentMost recently, we were recognized Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to work for 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in US (2025 & 2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!Industry Leaders in Tech Staffing As Talent solutions provider for Fortune 100 Organizations, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires!Join Akraya Today! Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team!

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