Project Manager, Software

Responsibilities

The Project Manager leads complex, cross-functional software initiatives from requirements gathering through implementation and public release. They are responsible for managing technical dependencies, project budgets, and coordinating globally distributed teams to ensure successful product delivery.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience in new product implementation. Proficiency in project management concepts, agile methodologies, and leading teams in a matrix environment is required.

Skills

• Project management
• Software development lifecycle
• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Cross-functional team leadership
• Requirements management
• Risk management
• Budget management
• Vendor management
• Technical problem-solving
• Product development
• Scrum
• Stakeholder management
• Coaching
• Change management
• UX development

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare
• Mental health plans
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Employee recognition programs
• Volunteering and community involvement opportunities

About this role

Overview
Lead complex software initiatives. Connect global teams. Help shape what’s next at Shure.
Shure is seeking a Project Manager, Software to help drive the development and delivery of innovative software experiences that complement and enhance our world-class audio products. This role will have a strong focus on ShureCloud and software licensing, leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from early requirements and UX development through implementation, testing, and public release.
This is a highly collaborative and visible role that sits at the intersection of software engineering, product development, technology, and project leadership. The Project Manager will bring together globally distributed teams, manage technical dependencies and risks, and create the structure and alignment needed to move sophisticated software initiatives forward. Success in this role requires someone who can comfortably navigate both the technical details of software development and the bigger-picture business objectives behind the products being delivered.
This position will be hybrid based out of our Niles, IL HQ.
Responsibilities
Leads product development projects through the development process from requirements gathering, UX development, implementation, testing, and public release.
Diverse projects may include complexities related to:
1) Technical engineering requirements.
2) Co-development partnerships.
3) Managing shared code development that may be used on multiple projects.
4) The management of multiple concurrent projects.
Forms and co-locates cross-functional teams focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products by utilizing standard project management tools and templates (based off of the Scaled Agile
Framework (SAFe)) and negotiating with Department Managers to obtain necessary resources.
Provides project reports, prepares collateral materials and presents status updates for project governance bodies and other stakeholders on a regular basis. Negotiates changes to project scope, timelines, or budget as necessary.
Leads teams with members in various locations and time zones.
Coordinates and manages project manpower estimations, budget, risk, and task duration to determine overall project cost to ensure projects adhere to plans. Approves project expenditures as necessary.
Coordinate requirements and maintain relationships with external vendors and suppliers; serves as internal project liaison with outside design firms needed to achieve project goals.
Manages technical problem-solving efforts by guiding decision-making, exploring alternatives, soliciting opinion, pursuing root cause, and coordinating experiments while maintaining project/product cost, product quality and on-time delivery.
Provides leadership to Project Team members and Department Managers through motivation, influence, and coaching.
Prepares post-project assessment, compiles lessons learned, and suggests improvements to the new product development process.
Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Computer Science or Software Engineering preferred.
Demonstrated abilities to lead and coach product development teams
Minimum of 5 years of experience in new product implementation to include broad knowledge in some or all the following disciplines: Requirements development and management, Software Engineering, integration with hardware and network systems, test development. Desktop and mobile application development a plus.
Minimum of 3 years of leading project teams in a direct report or dotted/matrix environment.
Knowledge of Project Management concepts and agile software development methods (Scrum). Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is a plus.
Demonstrated abilities with e-tools including project scheduling software, PLM or PDM software, requirements management etc.
Performance management skills, including the ability to create and execute change. Demonstrated leadership, coaching and team building abilities.
Demonstrated leadership in managing teams in multiple locations and time zones
Uses good judgment in selecting practical, effective, and timely solutions.
Able to interact with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.
WHO WE ARE
Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.
Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.
Join Shure and Amplify Your Impact. Explore our unique culture and learn the key pillars that define our legacy of excellence.
THE MIX MATTERSDon’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!PAY TRANSPARENCYShure offers a competitive compensation structure that is reviewed annually to attract, hire, and retain the industry’s top talent. Base salaries vary based on qualificatio...

About Shure

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing · 51-200 employees · headquartered in Waltham Abbey, Essex · founded 2003