Project Manager - 1653

aKube Inc • Glendale, CA

3d • $0 - $82 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs within a hybrid work environment. The role involves managing programs from intake through value realization, with a strong emphasis on Agile methodologies and the use of AI tools to enhance project execution and reporting. The Project Manager will collaborate with various teams including software engineering, data, infrastructure, and UX, and will be responsible for applications supporting marketing platforms and studio rights operations. This is a 12-month contract position with a hybrid work schedule, requiring onsite presence Monday through Thursday.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in program management or technical project management.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional programs across multiple teams and systems.
• Strong experience with Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid delivery models.
• Experience working with software engineering, data, infrastructure, and UX teams.
• Hands-on experience developing or managing AI agents and agentic workflows.
• Experience using Jira and Smartsheet for project execution, tracking, and resource management.
• Experience creating dashboards, status reporting, or operational insights using analytics or AI-assisted tools.
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Thursday with no exceptions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Airtable, Microsoft Teams, Miro, or Lucidchart.
• Experience using AI-assisted platforms such as Cursor, Claude, or similar tools.
• Strong experience with program dashboards, portfolio reporting, and risk tracking.
• PMP, CSM, SAFe, or similar certification preferred.
• Experience in media, entertainment, or production environments preferred.
• Experience with AI products, data platforms, or advanced analytics preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs through intake, planning, execution, delivery, and value realization.
• Develop program roadmaps and prioritized initiatives with product, engineering, and business leaders.
• Manage interdependencies, risks, issues, resources, and timelines across multiple teams.
• Create and maintain real-time program dashboards for leadership reporting.
• Lead Agile ceremonies, quarterly planning, OKR tracking, and leadership reviews.
• Use AI tools to improve project reporting, risk management, task creation, and decision-making.
• Manage applications supporting marketing platforms and studio rights operations.
• Identify process improvements and implement scalable solutions across teams.
• Communicate program status, risks, and decisions to technical teams, executives, and external vendors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior