Job Description

The TVEverywhere team is looking for an exceptional Technical Project Manager to join our high-performing team of program and project managers delivering world-class products for NBC Entertainment and Sports. The Technical Project Manager’s primary responsibilities are leading a technical team to successful and seamless launches and continually improving processes to further the efficiency of backend and client teams. This role reports to the Sr. Director, PMO. Together, we will shape our culture, solve technical problems, and create extraordinary streaming experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Adept in a fast-paced environment and takes accountability to manage multiple-concurrent deliveries with a keen attention to detail
• Approaches work from a place of curiosity and with a user-first perspective
• Thrives in situations of grey, is comfortable making decisions with unknowns and knows when to pivot if needed
• Brings uniformity and rigor to large cross-functional projects through accessible and accurate project plans and with regular and clear communication to ensure projects are completed on schedule
• Proactively sets expectations regarding process and outcomes; navigating changes that arise, and being comfortable with escalating technical and non-technical issues appropriately
• Sees the bigger picture and critical path thus leading to identifying gaps and anticipating risks; takes action to connect technical and non-technical parties and facilitates solutions
• Assesses issues by identifying likely root causes and consequences
• Facilitates and oversees the development process using software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall) of a team of 10+ engineers and QA testers
• Continually strives to evolve processes and documentation
• Effectively builds relationships with peer teams to influence project priority and delivery
• Creates and maintains well-organized project documentation, including meeting notes, playbooks and how-tos

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years Project Management experience in technology and software development working directly with engineering and product teams
• Proven experience with successful delivery and management of technical projects, particularly with streaming, OTT, and CMS
• 3+ years working experience in the Atlassian suite
• Advanced proficiency with a variety of Project Scheduling tools (e.g. Smartsheet, etc.)
• Scrum Master certification preferred
• Project Manager certification preferred, Product Owner certification is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.