Senior Project Manager

Senior Project ManagerDepartment: Product ManagementEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Remote - USAReporting To: Chief Technology OfficerDescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (PM) with deep K-12 education domain expertise to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives involving curriculum platforms, content, assessments, data integrations, and analytics.This role requires a hands-on delivery leader who is fluent in Agile methodologies, highly proficient in Jira, and capable of coordinating work across product, engineering, data, QA, platform, and customer success teams. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of experience with additional experience in K-12 education projects, understands K-12 data structures and personas, and can drive predictable delivery in a SaaS environment.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end delivery of K-12 EdTech projects, from initiation through release and post-launch validationDevelop and maintain project plans, milestones, dependencies, and release schedulesManage scope, risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple teams and vendorsDrive predictable execution and on-time delivery for complex, multi-stream initiativesApply Agile principles to support iterative delivery while maintaining delivery disciplineFacilitate and support Agile ceremonies (planning, refinement, reviews, retrospectives)Own Jira project configuration, workflows, boards, and dashboardsEnsure Epics, Stories, and Tasks are well-structured, prioritized, and execution-readyTrack and report on delivery metrics (velocity, burndown, cycle time, blockers)Manage projects involving: Curriculum platforms and instructional contentAssessments (standards-based)Standards alignment and curriculum mapping (state, district, national standards)K-12 personas (students, teachers, administrators, curriculum leaders)Third-party data integrationsK-12 data structures (enrollments, rosters, grades, assessments, standards)Analytics and reporting initiatives (usage, outcomes, compliance, adoption)Ensure solutions align with real-world instructional workflows and district needsTranslate academic and operational requirements into actionable delivery plansServe as the primary delivery liaison between Product, Engineering, Data, QA, Platform, and Customer SuccessCommunicate project status, risks, and decisions clearly to stakeholders and leadershipCoordinate customer-facing timelines, onboarding milestones, and go-live readinessSupport change management and release communication effortsSkills, Knowledge and Expertise 8+ years of experience managing large team projects.Prefer deep experience within K-12 EdTechProven experience delivering SaaS-based curriculum, content, and assessment focused platformsStrong background in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, hybrid Agile)Advanced proficiency with Jira for project and delivery managementHands-on experience with K-12 data integration projects (APIs, data pipelines)Deep understanding of: K-12 data models and analyticsCurriculum standards and mappingAssessment systems and reportingK-12 personas and stakeholder workflowsExcellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skillsExperience working with district, state, or multi-district implementationsFamiliarity with FERPA, student data privacy, and EdTech compliance considerationsExperience coordinating platform, data, and analytics initiativesBackground working in regulated or enterprise SaaS environmentsPMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications (nice to have, not required)Projects are delivered predictably, with clear visibility and minimal surprisesCross-functional teams are aligned and unblockedJira reflects reality and provides accurate execution insightK-12 stakeholders feel understood and supportedData, analytics, and curriculum initiatives launch with clarity and confidenceBenefitsSummit K12 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan optionsCompany-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance401(k) retirement planPaid Time Off (PTO) program10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday annuallyWellness resources and support programsSummit K12 is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.