Quest Global Manufacturing

Technical Project Manager (Software) - Milpitas, CA

Quest Global Manufacturing$144K — $216K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of project management experience in software development
  • Strong leadership capabilities with team-building and conflict resolution skills
  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies and SDLC R&D development processes
  • Technical expertise in creating complex software products and systems
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders
  • Experience with project management tools like MS Project and IBM RTC
  • Knowledge in image processing, deep learning, and machine learning would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Drive end-to-end product lifecycle planning and execution for software products
  • Collaborate with customers and engineering teams to define product specifications
  • Lead cross-functional teams to develop customer-centric AI solutions
  • Integrate subsystems and analyze solutions for target use cases
  • Ensure delivery of solutions meets performance specifications and quality standards
  • Manage risks and create project schedules with clear dependencies
  • Foster collaboration and strengthen core team dynamics

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Paid time off for work-life balance
  • Retirement plan options
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

What You will Do:

As a Software Engineering Project Manager, you will Drive And Manage software End-to-End Product Lifecycle Planning, Program Execution, And Performance Management For Products And Services Throughout Their Product Lifecycle Process (PLC)

Software Engineering Project Manager will be part of
  • Strategy, Definition and Development
  • Engineering Problem Solving
  • Building leading technologies/AI based customer centric solutions
  • Evaluating the solutions to address the target use cases
  • Launch & Ramp to Volume
  • Continuous improvement to the released products

The software engineering project manager will lead cross functional teams and drive interlocks across all software community and business units through the value chain - Project Management, Product Management, Engineering, R&D (CTO office), Supply Chain, Ops, Service and Marketing.

In addition, the engineering project manager will engage regularly interact with the PLC core team members - developing relationships, sharing best practices, identifying dependencies, identifying opportunities for improvement, fostering teamwork and gaining synergies where applicable.

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for Technical Project Management of next generation Laser Scan program
  • Work with internal & external customer to define the product and sub systems
  • Work with high performing engineering teams to resolve complex problems and build customer centric solutions thru leading technologies & Artificial Intelligence
  • Responsible for integrating all sub-systems and evaluating the solutions to address the target use cases
  • Deliver the solutions that meets all committed performance specifications & production quality
  • Manage complex projects following defined PLC process and implement best practices across each phase of PLC.
  • Create and manage high confidence project schedules with clear dependencies, critical path, and systematic methodology to communicate status. Manage risks and mitigations, and re-plan as events warrant.
  • Provide clear, timely and objective communication.
  • Strengthen core team relationships through collaboration, influence and negotiation. Be able to lead through ambiguity and change.
  • Proactively identify issues and solutions, and marshal resources necessary to attack and resolve

Pay Range: $144K- $216K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Experience
  • Excellent project management skills, including project structuring and managing multiple work streams interdependently.
  • Strong leadership skills, including coaching, team- building, conflict resolution, and management.
  • Demonstrated software technical experience in developing complex products.
  • Strong analytical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of complex image processing algorithms, deep learning networks, data pipelines/orchestration, machine learning, control and calibrations, UI ease of use aspects would be a plus.
  • Proficiency with any programming languages. Ability to read and understand code to the extent of making hands dirty is expected.
  • Proficiency in Agile, SDLC R&D development processes.
  • Working with engineering vendors for problem-solving would-be a plus.
  • MS Project is required. Proficiency in and use of project management tools such as IBM RTC is helpful.
  • Ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly and independently manage complex project objectives
  • Business acumen and strategic agility with demonstrated technical cognizance.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation, presentation, and influence.
  • Ability to independently draft and present deliverables, recommendations, and communication strategies.
  • Superior group facilitation, interviewing, and influence skills.
  • Strong relationship management skills, including partnering and consulting.
  • Experience in semiconductor fab operations/manufacturing technology (optional).
  • Experience managing business or product development programs is a plus.

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
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Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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