Position Summary
GEICO is seeking an experienced Sr. Staff Engineering Operations with a passion for managing complex programs across multiple departments and team to build an End User Computing environment from the ground up. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission.
Position Description
The Staff Engineering Operations is a key member of the team working across the organization to ensure successful delivery of the new platform. In this role you will own a portfolio of initiatives such as compliance, engineering excellence and vendor engagement, going beyond project management to deliver technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of modern software development practices and technologies, understanding of system architecture so they can understand dependencies, mitigate risks, engage the right technical partners, and drive towards a solution.
Position Responsibilities
As a Staff Engineering Operations within the Technologies area, you will:
Partner with the project sponsor, delivery team, and stakeholders to deliver quality solutions on time and within budget by coordinating project activities across multiple systems, departments, and teams.Create, maintain, and actively manage a detailed project schedule, change control process, and documentation.Work with your leadership to address project dependencies, negotiate and estimate incremental delivery dates for milestones with the stakeholder community, and deliver projects on timeIdentify and raise appropriate project risks, in addition to presenting detailed and implementable solutions or alternativesUnderstand how requirements and design choices may impact systems across multiple areasReport on progress of the program/project and other key metrics to align leadership and staffLeverage your knowledge of operational and LEAN practices/principles to streamline organizational and team processes to increase efficiency and effectivenessEngage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle.Consistently share best practices and take initiative to improve processes within and across teamsAnalyze cost and forecast, incorporating them into business plansPerform ad hoc research and analysis to ensure requirements are identified, tracked, and metQualifications
Some UEM/MDM Technologies knowledge: Intune, VMware Workspace ONE, Mobile IronStrong program and project management skills with proven experience coordinating projects across multiple teams, with successful project/product delivery at scaleDetail and deadline oriented with effective organizational and analytic skillsStrong critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, and analytical skillsOutstanding time management skills and attention to detailExcellent verbal/written communication skills, including the ability to clearly document findings, proposals, issues, and statusExperience with continuous deliveryExperience solving analytical problems with quantitative approachesSelf-motivated and able to work independently while coordinating activities with cross-divisional teamsEffective leadership qualities, ability to influence without direct management authorityProven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentStrong experience of using ADO is highly recommendedPrevious experience with Payments preferredExperience
8+ years of experience in managing cross-organizational projectsExcellent understanding of Waterfall and Agile methodologies10+ years of experience in Product Management, Project Management, or equivalentEducation
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent experience
Annual Salary
$130,000.00 - $260,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
Benefits:
As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave401(k) PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Training and Licensures*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.