Software Project Manager

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Title: Software Project Manager

Location: NRAO Headquarters, 520 Edgemont Rd, CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, United States of America

Requisition Number: 114

Job Family: Project Management

Pay Type: Salary

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The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory is an exciting and dynamic organization that is pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the universe. Whether you are a scientist, student, or simply someone who is fascinated by the cosmos, the NRAO offers a wealth of opportunities to learn, explore, and discover.

We are seeking an experienced software project manager to work with a talented team creating a new radio astronomy data processing pipeline. You will have the opportunity to combine your extensive project management experience in complex software development with your passion to contribute to the future of radio astronomy.

The software project manager will be based in Charlottesville, Virginia, at the NRAO headquarters located on the grounds of the University of Virginia, and a telework arrangement may be available for a well-qualified candidate.

• Successfully lead all project management tasks for the ALMA WSU project under the RADPS program
• Expertly optimize resources among assigned projects, determine scheduling priorities, and otherwise coordinate project components for best overall outcome
• Provide written periodic progress reports to the Observatory including KPIs, milestones, and other progress metrics
• Provide periodic budget reports and forecasts
• Lead project teams through successful gate reviews
• Manage scope / budget change requests
• Effectively coordinate with all levels of the international project teams and stakeholders

The successful candidate will join a team of professionals engaged in research and development in the fields of science, engineering, software development, and education. Occasional domestic and international travel to other NRAO sites will be required.

• You have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering, computational, or scientific field. Ten or more years of work experience directly related to this project (scientific data programming, project management in a scientific or research engineering field, etc.) may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
• You have three or more years of experience as a project manager actively leading scientific software development projects, preferably those related to astronomical or other physical science data.
• You have demonstrated experience with core program management responsibilities: risk management, scheduling, process engineering, testing, quality and product assurance principles and applications, reporting, acquisition, budgeting.
• You have demonstrated experience managing both waterfall and agile software development processes.

• Strong interpersonal, teaming, and leadership skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Proactive work ethic and ability to work both with a team and independently
• Ability to work effectively with and build consensus among stakeholders

Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H‑1B visas for this position.

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