Project Manager, Cross‑Functional Programs

Summary

The Project Manager II is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing complex, cross‑functional projects across engineering, product, research, and business teams. This role focuses on driving clarity, alignment, and operational excellence while managing schedules, resources, risks, and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate excels in fast‑paced environments, navigates ambiguity with ease, and ensures successful delivery of technology‑enabled business initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and workstreams to achieve defined goals and milestones.

• Coordinate the integration of technical and operational activities across multiple teams.

• Lead project execution from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and quality expectations.

• Conduct feasibility assessments by analyzing technology requirements, resource needs, and business impact.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Present proposals, project updates, and findings to leadership and cross‑functional partners.

• Collaborate with engineering, product, marketing, operations, and external partners to define project specifications and success criteria.

• Consult with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate project requirements, deliverables, and timelines.

Team Leadership & Resource Management

• Support staffing needs by coordinating assignments, evaluating performance, and fostering team development.

• Build strong working relationships across teams and organizations, ensuring seamless collaboration and information flow.

Risk, Compliance & Quality Management

• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to project governance standards.

• Review and approve contracts, cost estimates, and design changes as needed.

• Ensure that project deliverables meet business, technical, and compliance requirements.

Cross‑Company Collaboration

• Manage projects that require coordination across multiple organizations, including data sharing, API integration, and cross‑functional alignment.

• Work closely with external partners to support integrated product experiences and shared technical initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–4+ years of project management experience (aligned with PM Level II expectations).

• Strong background in project estimating, scheduling, tracking, and stakeholder management.

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Proven ability to quickly learn business processes and collaborate effectively with partners at all levels.

• Experience delivering technology or business application solutions within large, multi‑platform environments.

• Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills.

• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Technical background or experience working closely with engineering teams.

• Experience with API‑driven integrations or cross‑company data workflows.

• Exposure to product development or product rollout environments.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

• PMI/PMP certification preferred.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Manage integrated product experiences across applications.

• Partner with engineering and product teams to gather data, define API requirements, and support technical integration.

• Coordinate cross‑company project workstreams and ensure consistent communication across stakeholders.

• Support a small engineering team (8–10 members) distributed across multiple locations.

Success Criteria

• Consistently delivers on day‑to‑day responsibilities with minimal oversight.

• Operates autonomously, demonstrates sound judgment, and adapts effectively to changing priorities.

• Builds strong cross‑functional relationships and drives alignment across teams.

Role Value Proposition

This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative, high‑impact initiatives that shape the future of digital product experiences. The Project Manager II will collaborate with industry experts in a dynamic environment that encourages creativity, continuous learning, and meaningful impact.

Location: Remote (PST preferred)

Role type: Contract 9 Month Position 

Expected hours: 40 per week 

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday (Extended schedule as needed Saturday-Sunday)

Application Question(s):

• Do you or will you in the future require any sponsorship to work in the US?

Language:

• English  (Required)