Job Title: Program Manager
Location: Bay Area
Job Summary:
WitnessAI is a fast-growing SaaS startup on a mission to enable enterprises to adopt AI, safely. We're building a product that provides security and governance guardrails for public and private LLMs. We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Program Manager to join our team. The Program Manager will be responsible for managing and delivering multiple simultaneous projects and programs within our organization and externally with Fortune 500 customers. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and customers.
Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Coordination: Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Team Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to project teams, including assigning tasks, setting goals, and monitoring progress. Foster a collaborative, positive and fun working environment.
Accountability: Working closely with individuals to develop their schedules and commitments and then holding them accountable to these schedules and commitments.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery. Proactively address issues and obstacles that may arise during the project lifecycle.
Communication: Effectively communicate project status, updates, and key milestones to stakeholders, including senior management. Facilitate meetings and discussions to ensure alignment across teams.
Quality Assurance: Work closely with QA Teams and external test organization to ensure that project deliverables meet quality and security standards and exceed customer expectations. Implement best practices and quality control measures throughout the project lifecycle.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and partners. Address stakeholder concerns and ensure their needs are met throughout the project.
Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the program management function. Identify areas for optimization and implement solutions to enhance project delivery.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
Proven experience in program or project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with the capacity to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana) and Microsoft Office suite.
PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Dynamic and collaborative work environment
Health and wellness programs
Flexible work schedule
Salary Range:
$160,000 - $180,000
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