Title : Engineering Program Mgr

Job Summary	Job Summary: As an Engineering Program Manager you will plan, lead, and manage engineering development programs. You will take an active role in leading a cross functional team, within NetApp's matrix organization, focused on driving program execution from definition through successful release and transfer to operations. This is a challenging position working in a very fast paced environment, with the opportunity to work collaboratively with like professionals in the Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Global Services functions, and to positively influence greater business outcomes. Essential Functions: - Actively contribute to and lead the core program team of professionals from Engineering Management, Marketing, Operations, Finance and Global Services functions, to drive all pertinent issues related to the program life cycle. - Identify and communicate project scope and ensure program milestones and objectives are met. - Keep management informed of key issues and changes which may impact expected business results. - Analyze problems and drive solutions involving multiple elements of program planning. - Ensure that projects adhere to the company processes and initiate process improvements as needed.
Job Requirements	- Program Management training or demonstrated experience is required - Strong oral and written communication skills are essential. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and organizational skills are required. - Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment to meet aggressive goals and pre-defined metrics requirements. - Demonstrated experience working with hardware and software development engineers. - Ability to follow standard engineering principles and practices. - Creative approach to problem solving. Responsibility and Interaction: Responsibility: - The tasks this individual is responsible for are often non-routine and unstructured, requiring creative solutions. - This individual will apply attained experiences and knowledge in solving routine to moderately complex problems. Interaction: - This individual must work effectively with Staff to Vice President level employees within the function, and the technical team on assigned projects. There may be communication with employees in other functions as required. - Limited management direction is provided to employee on new projects or assignments as well as review of activities and priorities. - The ideal candidate will be a proactive contributor and subject matter expert on team projects. - To be successful, this individual must demonstrate favorable results through coaching and influencing others.
Education and Experience	- An MBA or equivalent degree is preferred - Demonstrated ability to have completed multiple, moderately complex projects. - Systems NPI experience is a plus.
Posting Category	New College Grad
Full time / Part time	Full-time
Posting Location	USA - California - Sunnyvale (Corporate Headquarters)
Requisition Number	21546BR