Program Manager

Job Description:

The Program Manager is responsible for the successful management of delivery and operations, supporting one large or multiple smaller accounts within the Systems and Software Group. The Actalent Systems and Software Group supports programs involving Embedded Software, Full Stack Software, Hardware Engineering, and Test Automation. The Program Manager will work closely with our internal support functions to deliver a great customer experience while providing leadership and direction to our project teams and ensures that all projects meet their Cost, Quality and Timing requirements. This role requires maintaining and growing relationships with key customer stakeholders and Actalent center-based/onsite-managed resources to enhance project performance in support of customer business goals.

Responsibilities include:

•\tMaintain regular communication with Actalent consultants working onsite at client locations, remote, or from Actalent Engineering Centers to monitor and manage career path, performance, training needs, and overall employee satisfaction

•\tStrategize on the collection of data and use of Metrics and KPI’s to track and report on project performance and value delivered to clients.

•\tMaintain regular communication with Actalent client managers to receive feedback on Actalent consultant performance, project status, and to report on budget and other metrics

•\tCollaborate with Actalent Business Development Managers to identify new business with Actalent client managers, and strategize with internal Actalent management on how those client needs will be solutioned.

•\tQualify client product engineering needs, create job descriptions, communicate with Actalent Talent Acquisition on those requirements, discuss sourcing strategy, and conduct interviews.

•\tStrategize with Actalent SaS Sr. Manager on how to add value for the client through transitioning from onsite consultants to project-based engagements

•\tAct as the SME on the marketplace and technology trends of the Consumer Electronics and Advanced Technology industries

•\tFollowing Actalent Quality Management System processes

•\tWork with Actalent finance and invoicing groups to ensure that internal operations processes are followed.

•\tSupport the Project Management Pod Leader in developing and establishing project management capabilities and processes for continuous improvement. Participate in PMO related activities at the organizational level and provide industry insights and subject matter expertise.

Required Qualifications:

•\tBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical engineering

•\tMinimum of 5 years of experience managing software or hardware product engineering programs

•\tExperience with engineering resource management

•\tExperience in an engineering role in the Consumer Electronics or Advanced Technology industries (ex: Laptops, Tablets, Mobile Devices, NPI, Semiconductors, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services)

•\tExperience with project budget tracking including involvement in cost and pricing estimates

•\tAbility to effectively present to large customer groups

•\tExcellent oral and written communication skills

•\tGood organizational and time management skills

•\tDemonstrated leadership abilities with managing large, dispersed teams with diverse capabilities

•\tTeam player with ability to work in a highly cross-functional and virtual environments

•\tAbility to travel when needed, up to 30%.

•\tHighly proficient in PC applications - MS Office suite of tools

Nice to have Qualifications:

•\tExperience managing program and/or account operations within engineering services industry

•\tExperience with gathering requirements from customers(internal or external) to determine options for program management strategy

•\tExperience managing consultant, contractor or contingent workforce

•\tPMP Certified; proven knowledge of project management methods required

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Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bellevue, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Medical and dental insurance plansHealth Savings AccountLife and disability insurance401(k) match, profit sharing and 529 planPaid holidays and 20 days of paid time off each year for new employeesConsumer discountsFlexible spending accounts and employee assistance programs

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Bellevue,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.