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Illumina

Sr Software Project Manager

Illumina
BiotechSingapore - Woodlands - NorthCoastOnsitePosted 2 weeks ago
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About the role

AI summarised

Serve as the dedicated Project Manager for complex cloud, device software, and bioinformatics programs. This role involves coordinating high-profile projects across multiple technical teams to ensure successful delivery against established goals, schedules, and budgets while championing scaled agile development practices within a manufacturing culture.

BiotechOnsite

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and organize projects involving 10-20 software developers through quarterly planning cycles using Agile/Scrum methodologies (similar to SAFe).
  • Drive project and scrum teams toward successfully meeting all delivery commitments.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to create and execute comprehensive software project plans, including scope, schedule, staffing, quality, risk management, budget, and procurement.
  • Manage stakeholder expectations by tracking project progress (e.g., release burndown) and making necessary corrections or resetting expectations.
  • Identify, resolve, and escalate project issues while facilitating tradeoff decisions and removing organizational obstacles.
  • Continuously analyze and manage risks to ensure successful project completion.
  • Support the definition and optimization of software development processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance organizational efficiency.

Requirements

  • 5+ years leading and managing complex software development projects.
  • 2+ years of recent experience managing software development projects spanning multiple teams.
  • Strong understanding of software development processes and project planning/execution, including estimating and scheduling.
  • Proven ability to work independently and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
  • Polished communication skills, capable of presenting complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical leadership.
  • Ability to understand scientific concepts relevant to genome sequencing technologies.
  • Demonstrated business judgment in navigating complex program challenges for enterprise-scale software delivery.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a strong sense of ownership over outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a matrix environment and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience using JIRA or an equivalent system to manage software development.