Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain, and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests, and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

NBCUniversal has an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to become a Staff Engineering Project Manager with a specific focus on supporting our Enterprise Technology division. Enterprise Technology supports corporate technology, broadcast, and production systems globally across the NBCU portfolio. This role will work on large complex software projects affecting large parts of our organization.

The Staff Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of software, cloud, and infrastructure engineering projects while meeting performance, quality, and scheduling goals. The project manager will be expected to plan and execute in a hybrid waterfall and agile environment. This position requires strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills. Must have a strong technical foundation and ability to quickly develop a deep understanding of the strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:    

Lead and manage multiple programs and large projectsDevelop and maintain project scope, schedule, and budgetsManage and update detailed project plans, roadmaps, and trackers to monitor and track progressCommunicate project expectations, risks, and escalations effectively and timely across all levels of the organizationManage project resource capacity, identify overallocated resources, and build mitigation strategiesPlan and maintain strong mitigation strategies against possible risks and issuesLead cross-functional teams toward shared goals against tight timelinesCommunicate weekly and monthly project statusProvide input towards constantly improving processes with the intention of efficiency and automation

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience10+ years’ experience leading complex software or infrastructure projectsExperience with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, and SmartsheetExcellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detailExperience with cloud infrastructure and account migrationsFoundational understanding of software and infrastructure engineering technologiesStrong leadership skills with the proven ability to coordinate and influence team members from global teams with diverse backgrounds, business objectives, and time zone constraintsAdaptable performer who can lead effectively under pressure and through significant changeAbility and desire to continually learn about new technologies, project management methodologies, and adapt to ever-changing business and industry needs

Desired Characteristics:

PMP or CSM certification  Previous work experience within media entertainment industryAWS or Azure cloud certification, or equivalent deep understanding of AWS and AzureCulture carrier with strong leadership skills to drive, deliver, develop and inspireResults-oriented with initiative to work until job is completeInterested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be consideredWillingness to travel, work overtime, and on weekends with short noticeMust be willing to submit to a background investigationMust be 18 years or older

Additional Requirements:

Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $110,000 - $155,000 (bonus eligible). 

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.

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 [email protected].

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qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner
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