Riverbed IT Project Manager
Riverbed enables organizations to maximize performance and visibility for networks and applications, so they can overcome complexity and fully capitalize on their digital and cloud investments. The Riverbed Network and Application Performance Platform enables organizations to visualize, optimize, remediate and accelerate the performance of any network for any application. The platform addresses performance and visibility holistically with best-in-class WAN optimization, network performance management (NPM), application acceleration (including Office 365, SaaS, client, and cloud acceleration), and enterprise-grade SD-WAN. Riverbed’s 30,000+ customers include 99% of the Fortune 100. Responsibilities: The IT Project Manager’s objective is the successful management of key Quote to Cash, Infrastructure, and Business Intelligence projects with the goal of delivering every project on time, within scope and budget. The PM will be accountable for developing project plans, driving transformation, and coordinating the delivery of projects that have both significant business value and potential operational risk. Interprets customer business needs and translates them into application and/or operational requirements or stories to be managed. To be successful, you will need to be able to balance competing objectives in a complex business environment operating within the Technology sector. HOW TO MAKE A Difference Accountable for executing and leading project plans ensuring completion of deliverables within the defined deadlines, scope, and budget. This role will be responsible for the management and direction of both strategic and tactical project teams. Accountable for executing and leading project plans ensuring completion of deliverables within the defined deadlines, scope, and budget. Assist in the definition of the project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility. Develop detailed project plans and deliverables, which align with stakeholder expectations and standards. Coordinates internal resources and/or third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of deliverables. Manage changes to the overall project scope, schedule, and costs using the appropriate verification processes. Employ effective project and change management methodologies to assess and minimize any project risk, escalates issues and barriers as necessary to management. Measure project performance using appropriate tools/techniques, tracks completion of action items, and develops baseline metrics of success. Highlight high-performing practices that can serve as a template for other areas. Create and maintain detailed project records and structures project organization to ensure achievement of objectives. Ensure the allocation and availability of all necessary resources. Support managers in cross-functional strategic program management activities. Ensure control of projects/work streams: dealing with conflicting priorities, issues, risks, dependencies, and change. Balance the demands of concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of diplomacy. Champion project management best practices and process improvements. Communicate program details effectively to all stakeholders providing project status updates, feedback, and reporting on projects Direct and provide guidance and ongoing support to team members throughout all critical project phases including regular feedback and coaching; delegate specific objectives to team members Identifying Risks and developing mitigation plans Qualifications: In-depth understanding of project management methodologies, principles, and practices. University degree in Computer Science or Engineering is strongly preferred. Experienced in implementing projects in a complex business environments. Strong technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in telecom, software development, and information technology. Ability to interpret corporate strategies and translate them into practical project plans. Proficiency with project management methodologies and tools. E.g. Atlassian Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet. Ability to formulate stakeholder assessment, engagement and obtain buy-in strategies and execution. Knowledge and experience preparing and presenting presentations to senior audiences Strong business acumen with excellent client-facing and communication skills, both written and oral. Strong impact and influence skills without authority. Ability to work effectively and diplomatically with all levels of cross-functional teams. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Teams. Flexibility to work across multiple time zones. Experience: 5+ years of hands-on project management or related experience, preferably within IT in the Technology sector. 3+ years as Business Systems Analyst or other technical role. Demonstrated experience managing projects with multi stakeholder groups. PMP and Scrum certifications required. Why Join Riverbed Riverbed enables organizations to maximize performance and visibility for networks and applications, so they can overcome complexity and fully capitalize on their digital and cloud investments. The Riverbed Network and Application Performance Platform enables organizations to visualize, optimize, remediate and accelerate the performance of any network for any application. The platform addresses performance and visibility holistically with best-in-class WAN optimization, network performance management (NPM), application acceleration (including Office 365, SaaS, client and cloud acceleration), and enterprise-grade SD-WAN. Riverbed’s 30,000+ customers include 99% of the Fortune 100. Riverbed offers a rewarding experience of working with the best minds in the industry, delivering exceptional network performance and visibility for any application. We are proud of our great culture that continuously fosters innovation, collaboration, and diverse work environments. We remain committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the most diverse group of talent to better serve our customers. Riverbed is an equal employment opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or child birth (including breast feeding), sexual orientation, genetics, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other basis protected by and in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Click here to apply!
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