Senior Project Manager

• Hybrid role: Requires to be in the office in Tacoma or Santa Clara 2 days a week*

It's an exciting time to be at Infoblox. Named a Top 25 Cyber Security Company by The Software Report and one of Inc. magazine's Best Workplaces for 2020, Infoblox is the leader in cloud-first networking and security services. Our solutions empower organizations to take full advantage of the cloud to deliver network experiences that are inherently simple, scalable, and reliable for everyone. Infoblox customers are among the largest enterprises in the world and include more than 70% of the Fortune 500, and our success depends on bright, energetic, talented people who share a passion for building the next generation of networking technologies-and having fun along the way.

We are looking for a New Product Introduction (NPI) Senior Project Manager to join our Product team in either Tacoma, WA, or Santa Clara, CA, reporting to the director of Product Operations. In this hybrid role, you will manage a portfolio of projects and partner with business stakeholders including IT, product operations, product marketing, finance, and engineering to launch new product offerings to the market. You will develop and execute project plans, schedules and timely progress reports while driving a high degree of collaboration and efficiency amongst teams. You will focus on work that is high value, such as reducing waste, friction, and bottlenecks that stand in the way of the NPI process reaching completion. You will be a part of a team that is responsible for enabling an effective, outcome-focused Product organization to achieve the best customer, business, and portfolio outcomes.

You are the ideal candidate if you have a high degree of emotional intelligence and are adept at understanding and responding to the needs of both individuals and the collective team. You are a skilled communicator with exceptional people skills and enjoy creating a positive and inclusive team environment.

What you'll do:

• Manage a portfolio of projects and lead the cross-functional team to ensure smooth execution at each stage of the NPI process

• Create the project plan required to achieve project objectives and request resources to execute those plans effectively

• Proactively address any issues or risks that may arise during the NPI journey

• Communicate progress, milestones, and potential roadblocks to stakeholders

• Enforce methodological execution of program deliverables and drive outcomes

• Review deliverables, perform engagement reviews, and enforce quality assurance procedures

• Collaborate with other project managers and share best practices and lessons learned

• Support continuous improvement and innovation initiatives within the NPI function

What you'll bring:

• Minimum 7-8 years of project management experience at a SaaS software company with demonstrated ability to develop and monitor project schedules, understand and connect diverse systems and processes, and effectively collaborate in cross-functional teams; networking security experience is a plus

• Superb tech savvy process creation, with a flexible approach to empower members of the Product team

• Excellent writing and communication skills to create formal communication streams, such as newsletters and customer communications

• Strong ability to engage individuals and teams in collaboration

• Bachelor's year-degree in business administration or similar field, or HS diploma/GED + 4 additional years of experience beyond the original required amount

• A toolbox of soft skills include emotional intelligence, the ability to synthesize information into succinct points, ability to identify issues and risks and to lead a meeting in which attendees participate in the discussion

What success looks like:

After six months, you will…

• Manage integration, interdependencies, and alignment of projects and/or tracks of work within and across functions as required

• Enforce methodological execution of project deliverables and drive outcomes

• Manage stakeholder relationships, such as identifying and establishing partnerships with stakeholders to build support and ensure alignment for program outcomes, end products and/or solutions

• Coordinate and drive program status

• Actively identify, propose, and implement new best practices, improvements, and innovations

After about a year, you will…

• Make decisions on administrative or operational matters to ensure effective achievement of objectives

• Ensure team decisions optimize effectiveness and drive goal achievement

• Be a subject matter expert and a trusted advisor for your program/project sponsors

• Influence and own team and business direction and transformation

We've got you covered:

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share our compensation philosophy. At Infoblox, we believe in paying for performance. You can expect our employment offers to take many factors into consideration, including but not limited to the location of the role, internal equity, applicable past experience, individual skill set, education, and professional certifications. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned is the base salary range for the role. The typical base salary range for this position based in Washington $97,700 - $120,000 plus corporate bonus potential. The typical base salary range for this position based in California $106,300 - $130,000 plus corporate bonus potential.

Our holistic benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness-as well as a great work environment, employee programs, and company culture. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. We have a strong culture and live our values every day-we believe in transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, having fun while delighting our customers.

Speaking of a great work environment, here are just a few of the perks you may enjoy, depending on your location…

• Onsite massages, clubs, farmers market, and fitness classes

• Delicious and healthy snacks and beverages

• Electric vehicle charging stations

• Outdoor amenities, seating, and courtyard BBQ

• Dog park and pet-friendly programs

• Newly remodeled offices with state-of-the-art amenities

Why Infoblox?

We've created a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion and rewards innovation, curiosity, and creativity. We achieve remarkable results by working together in a supportive environment that focuses on continuous learning and embraces change. So, whether you're a software engineer, marketing manager, customer care pro, or product specialist, you belong here, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Check out what it's like to be a Bloxer. We think you'll be excited to join our team.