DEPLOYMENT PROGRAM MANAGER
ANDROID SMART PHONE
We are at the intersection of all things cool in the valley
We are a Sunnyvale, CA based software applications and services development team in the heart of Silicon Valley that is combining the best of the internet, messaging, and social networking into intuitive software, called MOTOBLUR. MOTOBLUR is an innovative cloud-assisted solution to manage and integrate messaging, social networking, and other web services and will debut on the T-Mobile/Motorola CLIQ with MOTOBLUR Android smartphone. This product aggregates contacts, posts, messages, photos and more from sources including Facebook®, Twitter, MySpace®, Gmail, and Microsoft Exchange and many more to come.
In collaboration with Googles Android team, we are driving and developing a massively scalable ecosystem. Android is the first free, open source and fully customizable platform built for the mobile internet. Android offers a full stack: an operating system, middleware, and key mobile applications from Google and other. It also contains a rich set up APIs that allows third party developers to develop great applications.
Were financially strong and stable, in the last year generating $300M in positive cash flow; with over $7B in cash and short term investments.
Be part of something innovative & cool which will reshape the mobile internet and be used by millions of people worldwide. Be part of the resurgent Motorola Mobile Devices business and create applications and services that will enhance the lives of everyone who uses them.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:
As a Deployment Program Manager, you are responsible for ensuring a high quality, on-schedule launch of an end-to-end service. This leadership role will have cross-functional ownership of all activities required for a product release and will coordinate with external teams where there are dependencies. You will be working with development, test and network operations teams, along with product management & technical account managers to put together plans and execute. Expectations are high so you will take ownership of this project and drive the team to deliver a successful product launch.
Responsibilites include:
Resource management, schedule planning and risk mitigation
Identifying areas of process enhancement and implementing solutions to scale the organization, while working closely with the extended and cross functional teams
Collaborate with other cross functional teams such as Business Development, Product Management, Engineering, Test and Operations teams
Ensure all the deliverables are met as required for the project
Work autonomously and checks-in as decisions are made, proactively identifying potential issues and escalating only when necessary
Solves problems creatively, with a keen desire to continually learn and grow, motivated by success
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Bachelors degree in computer science or related field
5+ years overall experience and 2+ years experience in a project/program management role, managing cross-functional projects
Extensive experience in project/program management including resource management, schedule planning and risk mitigation. Including experience in creating or working within PMO,
Change management and Governance types of environments.
Thorough understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
Excellent understanding of process management improvement practices, analytical tools, and practical application for results
Excellent training and presentation skills with solid communication capabilities and practices, both oral and written
Experience using Primavera TeamPlay, Microsoft Project, or similar project management tool is required
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with other leaders on sensitive and/or emotional issues
Experience working in a global environment, leading teams located in multiple regions
Prior cellular phone/2-way radio/paging or similar wireless subscriber engineering experience
Respected and trusted leader with a proven track record of achievement and solid technical skills, performance driven
Reputation as a change agent and ability to influence senior stakeholders
NICE TO HAVE:
PMI certification
Experience with Motorola handset software development process
Experience with the Google Android platform
Experience delivering products through Agile software methodologies
APPLY DIRECTLY TO JOB #89608 at: http://www.motorolacareers.com/jobsearch_frames2.cfm?w=search
ABSOLUTELY NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTY SOLICITATION!
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