Position overview

We are looking for a Program Manager to join our team in Sibiu/Bucharest for the coordination, execution, and predictability of automotive software at the platform level. In this role, you will be responsible for the full program life cycle, from definition to end-of-life, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to oversee the Agile Release Train (ART), facilitating key ceremonies such as PI Planning and Scrum of Scrums while managing risks and dependencies. You will collaborate with product marketing and internal stakeholders to define program scope, drive change management, and provide clear financial visibility through budget forecasting and tracking to support decision-making within an Agile environment.

Meet our client:

Our client is a world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, driving innovation in the secure connected vehicle, end-to-end security & privacy and smart connected solutions markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, our client has employees in more than 35 countries.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for product managers, development teams, and business managers.
• Manage and track budget-related data, forecasts, and financial files at program level.
• Define software program scope with Product Marketing to meet target market and customer needs.
• Develop and implement change management strategies for smooth transitions during the lifecycle.
• Create and execute program plans aligned to roadmaps within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Monitor progress and metrics, create status reports, and take corrective actions.
• Oversee ART (Agile Release Train) execution, including PI planning, iteration planning, and System Demos.
• Organize and facilitate ceremonies: PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, ART sync, and Inspect & Adapt.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and dependencies across teams within the ART.
• Ensure stakeholder alignment and coach teams to enhance Agile maturity and performance.
• Track budget consumption vs. plan to identify deviations and risks.
• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to provide management with clear financial visibility.
• Aligning program plans with roadmaps, and successfully making critical prioritization decisions to ensure delivery is met strictly within agreed-upon time, cost, and quality targets.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a Program Manager or similar role.
• Advanced Agile and SAFe Framework execution, including the Agile Release Train (ART).
• Direct experience in program-level budgeting, financial forecasting, and reporting.
• Full ownership of the software platform lifecycle, from initial definition to end-of-life (EOL).
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall and how to mix them to match project goals.
• Proficiency in PM tools and software, such as JIRA, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• SAFe certified, preferably as Release Train Engineer or SAFe Program Consultant.
• Automotive specific development processes such as ASPICE, ISO 26262 and embedded programming.
• Experience in implementing change management strategies within diverse, multi-cultural organizations.
• Good understanding of Software Development Lifecycle with focus on definition and development.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in leading diverse multi-cultural teams towards common goals.
• Ability to effectively bridge and align Product Management and System Architects.
• Proven ability to mitigate complex dependencies across multiple cross-functional teams using SAFe methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of driving results.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in English (speaking & writing).

Benefits

• Attractive salary package according to your experience and seniority bonus;
• The 13th salary depending on company’s performance;
• Bonus for internal recommendations;
• Meal tickets;
• Private health insurance, including dental services and psychological consultations;
• Flexible working hours (core-hours system);
• Access to over 600 sports centers in the 7Card network;
• Online language courses: English and French;
• Access to the e-learning platform;
• Access to technical training programs / workshops, as well as other technical events (both as a participant and as a speaker);
• Development opportunities through involvement in internship & mentoring programs;
• Access to soft-skills programs and workshops;
• Access to various internal events and team-buildings;
• Access to international opportunities for career development with challenging and exciting projects in a dynamic international working environment;
• Paid days off offered for involvement in volunteering activities and for bank holidays occasion.

Kindly note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.

The company has been present in Romania for over sixteen years, with constant growth.

Randstad Digital Romania has offices in Sibiu and Bucharest, and works with clients on a vast range of projects across various industries, among which Automotive, Heavy industry, Transportation, Finance, Services, Security & Biometrics, Tourism, Platforms & IoT, Telecom & Mobile and more.

At Randstad Digital Romania, we aim to be the specialized global delivery center to support our customers in transforming complex projects into reality, leveraging our expertise to create solutions that improve the customers' experience.

How do we really make the difference? It's all about our team!

Randstad Digital Romania is founded on the excellence of our engineers and we consider our crew to be our most valuable asset. Our Agile software team consists of over 400 highly skilled specialists spread all over the country. We rely on our talented, determined and creative colleagues for our success.

With our talent-first approach, we are committed to providing challenging opportunities and supporting our talents' growth and development. Our culture encourages our people to innovate, challenge, explore and grow!

We are dedicated to providing the best features based on our partners' needs, to integrate and manage the right mix of services for a hybrid customized solution. Our goal is to keep the quality of our expertise at a top level and keep our partners' costs in the right balance.

Randstad Digital undertakes to protect all personal data entrusted to it. We will ensure that your personal data is processed in a manner that ensures appropriate security and confidentiality.

Our privacy policy is available at https://www.randstaddigital.ro/privacy-policy/

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