Virtusa Corporation

Lead Software Engineer

Virtusa Corporation • $138K — $165K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in program governance and risk management within technical projects
  • Strong knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  • Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including technical and executive roles
  • Solid understanding of cloud technologies and their implications for projects
  • Experience in linking project outcomes to business metrics such as ROI and TCO

Responsibilities

  • Establish governance for complex, multi-track technical initiatives with accountability for scope, timelines, and budgets.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risks in both Agile and Waterfall frameworks.
  • Map dependencies across projects and resolve bottlenecks to maintain flow.
  • Build relationships with engineers and C-suite executives to foster trust and collaboration.
  • Translate technical complexities into actionable summaries for executives and stakeholders.
  • Align cross-functional teams towards unified delivery expectations and strategic business goals.
  • Evaluate market needs and guide prioritization based on value-driven metrics to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources
  • Health and wellness programs to support employee well-being
Full Job Description
Program Governance & Risk Management: Implement robust governance for complex, interconnected projects, proactively managing scope, budget, and timelines while mitigating risks on both waterfall and agile projects. Stakeholder Management & Communication: Expertly manage and communicate with diverse stakeholders, from engineers to executives, ensuring alignment and managing expectations. Business & Strategic Acumen: Connect program outcomes to tangible business value (e.g., ROI, TCO), thinking beyond project schedules to drive strategic customer goals. Technical Background: Possess solid cloud technology knowledge (infra, data, dev) to facilitate technical discussions, understand dependencies, and earn the trust of engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
Program Governance & Risk Management

Establish robust governance models for complex, multi-track technical initiatives, maintaining end-to-end accountability for scope, timelines, and budgets.

Proactively identify, prioritize, and mitigate strategic and operational risks across concurrent Agile and Waterfall frameworks.

Map technical cross-project dependencies, clear organizational blockers, and resolve critical path bottlenecks.
Stakeholder Management & High-Impact Communication

Build strong, trust-based relationships across a broad spectrum of stakeholders-ranging from hands-on software engineers to C-suite executives.

Translate complex technical trade-offs, scope changes, and risks into clear, actionable executive summaries and transparent roadmap updates.

Align cross-functional groups (Engineering, Product, Finance, Operations) around unified delivery expectations and business goals.
Strategic Acumen & Business Value Realization

Connect program milestones directly to bottom-line business outcomes, focusing on total cost of ownership (TCO), ROI, and customer strategy.

Go beyond project schedules to evaluate market context, customer needs, and long-term organizational value.

Guide prioritization decisions using value-driven metrics, ensuring engineering efforts continuously serve strategic business targets.
Technical Leadership & Facilitation

Partner closely with Cloud Infrastructure, Data Engineering, and Development teams to facilitate deep-dive architectural and delivery discussions.

About Virtusa Corporation

Virtusa Corporation is a global provider of digital business strategy, digital engineering, and information technology (IT) services and solutions. The company helps its clients transform their businesses through innovative technology solutions that enable them to improve customer engagement, increase operational efficiency, and drive revenue growth. Virtusa Corporation was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts. The company has over 20,000 employees and operates in over 30 countries around the world. Virtusa Corporation is committed to sustainability and has received numerous awards for its environmental and social responsibility initiatives.
Learn more about Virtusa Corporation
Size
22,883 employees
Market Cap
$1.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$44.6 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+22.3%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ

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