Senior It Program Manager

Join us as we pursue our ground-breaking new vision to make machine data accessible, usable and valuable to everyone. We are a company filled with people who are passionate about our product and seek to deliver the best experience for our customers. At Splunk, we’re committed to our work, customers, having fun and most importantly to each other’s success. Learn more about Splunk careers and how you can become a part of our journey.

We are looking for a smart, passionate, and experienced IT Senior Program Manager with a CAN DO attitude and large spectrum of experience working in a high-tempo constantly evolving environment to join a team that provides class leading software solutions. Do you want to utilize your seasoned Agile and Scrum experience to drive programs and projects within and across our dynamic organization? As a Program Manager for the Information Technology Solutions (ITS) PMO, you will do that and more! You'll have the opportunity to work with other ITS teams and business partners. If you thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and champions creativity, then what are you waiting for? Apply today.

This role is responsible for multiple, simultaneous projects and owns release planning, coordination, risk mitigation, organization, and tracking of those projects through deployment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Bring knowledge of Project Management standard methodologies, processes and tools, including: scope management, schedule management, cost management, quality management, resource management, procurement, change management, risk management, and issues management
• Build in mitigation plans anticipating dependencies and risks, actively replan with business and delivery teams, and reset expectations throughout project delivery
• Act as an authority by partners within ITS and across the business and has a communication style that builds confidence and alignment with the team
• Negotiate competing requirements across business units and establish project direction with business leaders and delivery leads
• Implement goal setting with business owners and senior leaders and contribute to operational alignment
• Lead IT projects working with delivery and business partners to address project risks and issues ensuring the solution delivers on the success criteria
• Demonstrate consultative skills in solving problems by using technical and business insight to advise the facilitation of developing objectives and approach

Requirements: I've already done that or have that!

• 8+ years’ experience leading IT or software projects
• Eager to learn and excited to work on programs across the ITS portfolio
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Tolerant of ambiguity and thrives in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• Strong organizational planning skills and understanding of program management concepts
• Effective and creative in solving problems with an ability to identify issues and resolve, or identify the internal resources needed to assist
• Very good interpersonal efficiency and communication skills (written and oral)

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Expertise with JIRA
• PMO or portfolio management experience in a technology setting
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Agile (CSM, CPO or SaFE) certification

Education

• BA or BS degree, preferably in Computer Science or Information Systems

We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

For job positions in San Francisco, CA, and other locations where required, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Note: Splunk provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and/or in-office roles. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location as set out below, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for incentive compensation and may be eligible for equity or long-term cash awards.

Benefits are an important part of Splunk's Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, an ESPP and much more! Learn more about our comprehensive benefits and wellbeing offering at https://splunkbenefits.com.

Base Pay Range

SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area

Base Pay Range: $129,600.00 - 178,200.00 per year

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), Washington DC Metro, and Massachusetts

Base Pay Range: $116,000.00 - 159,500.00 per year

All other cities and states excluding California, Washington, Massachusetts, New York City Metro Area and Washington DC Metro Area.

Base Pay Range: $104,800.00 - 144,100.00 per year