Staff Technical Program Manager, IonQ

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like Information Technology or Computer Science
• 8+ years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven experience as a technical program manager within a corporate IT setting
• Proven experience working on projects involving Identity and Access Management (IAM) integrations, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), or infrastructure/networking
• Strong grasp of corporate IT infrastructure, including concepts like networking, servers, cloud services, and security protocols
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. You're able to handle pressure and manage multiple projects at once
• Comfortable managing projects with shifting requirements and priorities

Desirable

• We are looking for a Staff Technical Program Manager for the Corporate IT team
• They will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing a diverse range of technical projects
• This role requires a blend of technical knowledge and strong project management skills to lead initiatives from inception to completion
• Project Leadership: Oversee the full spectrum of IT initiatives by overseeing high-impact programs in identity and access management (IAM), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and artificial intelligence (AI). This role involves leading diverse projects from end-to-end, including office expansions, application integrations, and complex infrastructure and networking upgrades
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, communicating progress, risks, and timelines effectively. Work with other functional groups (Security, Legal, etc.) to coordinate IT support
• M&A Activities: Manage the IT aspects of M&A, including integrating IT systems, networks, and applications of newly acquired companies
• Project Lifecycle Management: Define project scopes, create detailed project plans, manage resources, and track progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Process Management: Define and implement a comprehensive IT project intake process to align new initiatives with strategic business objectives and manage the department's portfolio. Serve as the central point of contact for ad-hoc requests and inquiries, evaluating their scope and impact to either route them to the appropriate team or define them as a new project."
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success
• Vendor and Budget Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors and oversee project budgets
• Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance and support to project teams, ensuring solutions align with corporate IT standards and goals
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including technical requirements, project plans, and status reports