Project Manager

Project ManagerLocation-USA-NY, Bethpage-Hybrid (On-site 3 days/week, 2 days remote)DescriptionAn Optimum Program Manager drives complex tech projects (software, network, operations) from concept to launch, coordinating teams (engineering, product, ops), managing budgets/risks, ensuring quality, and reporting to leadership, requiring strong leadership, technical depth (APIs, cloud, dev lifecycles), and stakeholder communication for delivering scalable, reliable solutions in telecom/broadband.Key Responsibilities:• Project Leadership: Oversee multiple large, complex tech projects, managing scope, budget, timeline, and resources from start to finish.• Strategy & Road mapping: Define technical direction, create roadmaps, and align technology solutions with business goals, often involving APIs, UCaaS, or core broadband tech (DOCSIS/Fiber).• Team Collaboration: Lead engineering teams, mentor staff, foster innovation, and bridge gaps between engineering, product, and business units.• Process Improvement: Drive improvements in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), operational maturity, and delivery processes (e.g., creating playbooks).• Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates, manage expectations, and resolve issues with technical and non-technical stakeholders.• Technical Oversight: Serve as a subject matter expert, ensuring secure, high-quality, scalable code, and managing operational health (SLOs, incident response) for critical services.Typical Qualifications:• Experience: 5+ years in project/program management, often with 3+ years in leadership, in telecom, software, or related tech fields.• Technical Skills: Strong grasp of software architecture, APIs, cloud platforms, CI/CD, Identity & Access Management (IAM), or specific broadband tech.• Education: Bachelor's in CS or equivalent experience. PMP certification a plus.