Global Program Leader - PLM Products/Cloud

Job ID478235Posted since25-Apr-2026OrganizationDigital IndustriesField of workResearch & DevelopmentCompanySiemens Industry Software Inc.Experience levelExperienced ProfessionalJob typeFull-timeWork modeHybrid (Remote/Office)Employment typePermanentLocation(s) Costa Mesa - California - United States of America Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.Summary Of RoleSiemens Digital Industries Software is looking for a Cloud /SaaS Program Leader - to report directly to our new Global Strategic Programs & Operations Leader. We are in a time of transition and change as our product offerings continue moving to a Cloud delivery model and this role will be key to support this expansion. This individual should be a passionate expert in Cloud / SaaS software products.This role will collaborate closely with our PLM Products executive leadership team and will have an immediate impact on expansion of our cloud strategic initiatives, driving innovation while overseeing program management across our product segments. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a business leadership/management role, with a special focus on program / project execution in a cloud environment, and interdepartmental collaboration.This role involves collaborating with product teams and other relevant PLM program leaders to ensure seamless product integration. This role is crucial for Siemens' digital transformation journey and requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and global business acumen.Key ResponsibilitiesPLM Products Programs(Includes alignment across SIM, Life Sciences, and other relevant product groups)Build a team of cross-segment program members in the Cloud / SaaS area.Create and implement a PLM Portfolio Roadmap and Priorities, including operating a system for tracking a plan of record for cross segment programs.Work with business segments to ensure the cross-segment programs are staffed, centrally within the program team and/or also support within the segments and delivering according to plan.Ensure cross segment dependencies are identified and managed.Work with the finance team to develop an approach for tracking investment levels for the cross-segment programs.Program Strategy & Technical Leadership(Includes alignment across SIM, Life Sciences, and other relevant product groups)Develop and execute cloud adoption strategiesCreate roadmaps for cloud migration programsAlign cloud initiatives with business objectivesDefine KPIs and success metricsEnsure cloud architecture standardsOversee cloud security complianceMonitor cloud performance and optimizationGuide technical teams on best practicesProgram Management, Stakeholder Management, & Change Management(Includes alignment across SIM, Life Sciences, and other relevant product groups)Lead multiple cloud transformation projects simultaneouslyCoordinate between different stakeholders and teamsManage program budgets and resourcesTrack and report program progressRisk management and mitigationEngage with cloud service providersMaintain relationships with key stakeholdersRegular communication with executive leadershipLead organizational change initiativesDevelop training programs and manage cultural transformationEnable cloud adoption across teamsQualifications:10+ years PLM experience, including experience leading global teamsPrevious experience building, organizing, operationalizing cloud operations in industrial software domain, inclusive of budget preparation and executionTechnical background and working knowledge of cloud service offerings (Azure, AWS, etc.)Experience with web services, system administration (Linux, Windows), networking, including routing, load balancers, DNS, firewalls, etc.IT Service Management, data center, server, and storage management, virtualization, networking, systems management, and/or project management experienceBroad understanding of the full PLM portfolioAbility to demonstrate foundational workflows across the PLM Portfolio – BOM, Systems Engineering, 3D CollaborationSkills:Successful communication skills ranging from front-line operations to executive reportingExperience delivering operational excellence on a global scaleDemonstrated success in effectively driving change in large organizations, including harmonization of processes across global teamsInterest to learn, adapt and grow in new environments, for example, new cloud technologiesProven leadership in building cohesive global teams that are geographically and culturally diverseExecute successfully in high pressure business critical situationsExcellent presentation and communication skills to drive and influence business value differentiation externally in vertical markets and with key external market influencers.Education:Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, IT, cloud or related discipline or equivalent experiencePlease note that, due to the current integration framework, this opportunity is currently available exclusively to employees of Altair and DISW. While there is a possibility that the position may be made available to all Siemens employees through a future external posting, this is not guaranteed. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this transitional period. This communication does not constitute a promise or guarantee of future employment opportunities beyond the current scope.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Why us?Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. 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