Senior NPD/I Project Manager

About the role

The Senior NPD/I Project Manager (FW/SW) leads cross-functional project teams to deliver new firmware and software products and features for the professional AV industry. This role operates within a hybrid development model, managing overarching phase gate milestones and fixed deliverable commitments while executing development activities within an iterative/incremental delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet all aspects of the project's top-level Time, Scope, and Budget from concept through production release
• Lead cross-functional FW/SW teams consisting of firmware engineers, software engineers, QA/test engineers, DevOps, and systems architects, while coordinating with HW, ME, and Manufacturing stakeholders to manage dependencies across parallel teams and integration points
• Manage, maintain, and translate phase gate milestones and fixed deliverables and serve as the bridge between executive stakeholders (phase gate reporting) and project teams (development execution)
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and present recovery options with clear trade-off analysis before they become escalations
• Ensure clear communication of project goals, strategy, and status within the project team and up to Executive Management

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of FW/SW NPD/I Project Management experience, with demonstrated experience overseeing Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong understanding of FW/SW development lifecycles, including embedded firmware, application software, and/or cloud/connected product development
• Experience managing projects in a hybrid development model (Phase Gate + Agile Scrum)
• Experience managing firmware/software integration with hardware platforms
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar
• Familiarity with tracking and forecasting techniques applicable to iterative development (e.g. burndown, velocity)
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, code branching, and software release management concepts
• Demonstrated cross-functional team leadership including managing 3rd party contractors and vendors
• Excellent problem identification, resolution option determination, and implementation of solutions
• Proficient with productivity and project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Office, MS Project), and actively embraces emerging technologies to improve delivery outcomes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multi-task in a dynamic work environment while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Able to work independently and in a team environment

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certifications in project management or software engineering (e.g. PMP, PMI-ACP, AWS Certified Developer, etc.)

Skills

• Project Management
• Agile/Scrum Methodologies
• Software Development Lifecycles
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Communication Skills
• Team Leadership

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 3 Weeks Annual Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Employer-Paid Base Life Insurance and Short and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Accounts (with Biamp Contribution) and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Charitable Donation Matching
• Referral Bonuses

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Hybrid remote/flexibility with occasional travel to headquarters