Program Director – App Dev Services, IBM Cloud PaaS

Introduction
At IBM work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
Who are you:

The Program Director is responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle ensuring the alignment of software projects with business goals and strategic objectives. This role involves strategic planning team leadership and collaboration with other departments to drive innovation and maintain high standards of software quality and performance.

We are a global team so communication skills (both verbal and written) are critical as well as flexibility to work with team members in other time zones.

What you will do:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute the software development strategy in alignment with the company’s vision and objectives. Identify opportunities for technological advancements and improvements.
• Leadership: Lead mentor and manage a team of software managers developers and engineers. Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Project Oversight: Oversee the planning execution and delivery of software projects. Ensure projects are completed on time within scope and within budget.
• Technical Expertise: Provide high-level technical guidance and direction. Ensure the adoption of best practices in software design development and testing.
• Collaboration: Work closely with executives product managers and other stakeholders to define project requirements and priorities. Ensure alignment of software projects with business goals.
• Process Improvement: Continuously improve development processes methodologies and tools to enhance efficiency quality and team performance.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the software development budget. Ensure optimal allocation of resources and cost-effectiveness.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Address technical challenges and resolve issues promptly.
• Innovation: Drive innovation and stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Evaluate and implement new tools technologies and processes to improve software development.

How we’ll help you grow:

• You’ll have access to all the technical and management training courses you need to become the expert you want to be.
• You’ll learn directly from expert developers in the field; our SME’s love to mentor.
• You will have the opportunity to work in many different areas to figure out what really excites you.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 18+ years of experience in Software Engineering and Development with at least 10 years in a management role managing Software Development teams of which least 4 years in managing Cloud Development teams.
• A thorough understanding of IBM Cloud Security & Compliance and IBM Cloud Service Framework.
• Develop and implement the overall technology strategy and vision in alignment with the IBM Cloud PaaS organization’s business objectives.
• Partner with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives technology roadmaps and long-term planning.
• Lead and manage multiple software development teams including hiring training and mentoring engineering managers and senior developers.
• Foster a culture of excellence innovation and collaboration across teams.
• Provide high-level technical guidance on software architecture design and best practices.
• Manage cross-team dependencies resource allocation and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Previous work experience in IBM Cloud PaaS IaaS managing Cloud Service teams
• Basic understanding of Kubernetes and Microservices development
• Previous work experience in IBM Software product development