Senior Software Program Manager, Gaming

Qualcomm•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Software Program Manager is a key member of the Central PMO within the Technology Planning and Edge Solutions (TPE) group at Qualcomm. This role focuses on managing programs based on Android devices using Multimedia technologies (GPU, Gaming, Video, Display) and SoC/system software . The Program Manager will lead efforts in scoping, planning and managing the execution of Software deliverables across technologies, SoC platforms, and programs. This role is based in San Diego, CA and requires full-time onsite work (5 days a week).

Requirements

5 to 10 years of experience in a combination of technical product development and program management in the SoC /embedded industry.
Strong technical understanding of high-level OS platform particularly window platform, multimedia technology, application processor SoC drivers, and peripherals.
Strong working knowledge of software development principles at the SoC / embedded industry.
Experience with multiple technology development and end-to-end product integration.
Experience managing products through the entire development life cycle, including risk management.
Experience in development or management of Handset /Mobile or PC Gaming, gaming power/performance tuning, game engines and gaming ISV ecosystem, embedded systems software is highly desirable.
Strong ability to partner with multiple technology teams across various organizations to execute and manage the
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
4+ years of Program Management or related work experience.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
PMP Certification.
7+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
2+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
2+ years of experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.

Responsibilities

Build strong technical and program understanding to develop key insights and influence.
Drive and deliver overall program alignment and execution across multiple technologies.
Understand requirements priority and drive scoping and planning, including interdependencies, staffing constraints, and schedule optimization across multiple tech teams.
Partner with Product Management and Engineering to establish clear Plan of Records commitments and enable prioritization.
Establish rigorous execution discipline and communication processes, including risk management, mitigation, tracking, schedule trends vs. baseline, recovery actions, and executive reporting.
Develop program indicators to manage program health, including quality and timelines.
Develop and establish strong processes that streamline the development cycle and integrate multiple plans, dependencies, and deliverables effectively.
Manage stakeholder expectations, channel requirements to respective development teams, and drive consensus on development schedules, plans, and processes.
Use verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information to multiple audiences, requiring strong negotiation and alignment skills.
Work independently with little supervision.