Systems Program Manager

HP • Scotts Valley, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Systems Program Manager to lead program development and product launches. This role coordinates cross-functional teams, manages timelines, and ensures products and programs are successfully brought to market. The Systems Program Manager bridges product, engineering, operations, and go-to-market teams to deliver high-quality launches on schedule.

The position involves leading launch planning and execution from concept through release, managing scope and schedules, coordinating launch readiness, tracking risks and dependencies, communicating progress, and improving launch processes. The role also supports post-launch reviews and continuous improvement.

This is a full-time engineering position with no shift premium, travel, or relocation. The stated U.S. annual pay range is $116,150 to $182,400, with additional opportunities for bonus and/or equity. Pay varies by work location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in program management, project management, or product launch roles.
• Proven success managing cross-functional product or program launches in a large organization.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, including executive reporting and stakeholder alignment.
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• PMP, CSM, or equivalent project/program management certification.
• Lean Six Sigma or process improvement certification.
• Familiarity with HP product development and launch processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning, execution, and delivery of product and program launches from concept through release.
• Define and manage program scope, schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Partner with product management, engineering, marketing, operations, and supply chain to ensure launch readiness.
• Track and manage dependencies, risks, and issues to keep launches on track.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, communicate updates, and maintain program documentation.
• Ensure alignment between development teams and business requirements.
• Monitor progress, escalate challenges, and drive timely resolutions.
• Support post-launch reviews and continuous improvement for future programs.
• Standardize and optimize processes, tools, and templates to improve launch efficiency.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and career growth.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Generous time-off policies, including 4–12 weeks of fully paid parental leave based on tenure.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave.
• Additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity.

What This Job Offers

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