Senior Program Manager at SoundCloud

New York, New York, United States

SoundCloud Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music Technology, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to quickly establish and build close working relationships with team members of varying backgrounds and positions within an organization
  • Experience in implementing cross-functional business efforts. Effective in influencing high-quality decisions, solving and/or escalating issues and meeting deadlines. Ability to juggle multiple priorities
  • Strong presentation skills - including building effective presentations for executive audiences
  • Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to analyze areas and processes within a cross-functional team, work with leadership to align around recommendations and then implement
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfort with ambiguity and motivated to solve complex problems
  • Solution-oriented, collaborative & curious mindset
  • Experience defining, managing and executing projects from start to finish. May include project management, data gathering, problem-solving, and communicating recommendations

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and execution of key priorities, programs and initiatives across the shared Soundcloud platform and foundational capabilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, scope, timeline, and deliverables
  • Monitor programs & metrics, identify risks, and proactively implement solutions to ensure successful outcomes
  • Drive effective communication across teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency
  • Foster strong working relationships across the business to facilitate program success
  • Develop compelling leadership presentations for use during key meetings with internal stakeholders
  • Assist in troubleshooting operational issues from delivery teams to partners as they surface; assist in testing solutions and ensuring that root causes are fixed
  • Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of program or workstream performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing adjustments and communications as needed

Skills

Program Management
Project Roadmaps
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Risk Management
Stakeholder Communication
Platform Enablement
Shared Services
Metrics Monitoring
AI Experimentation

SoundCloud

Digital music streaming platform for creators

About SoundCloud

SoundCloud is a digital music streaming platform that allows users to listen to a vast library of over 265 million music tracks for free. Users can access music online, making it a popular choice for individual listeners, artists, bands, DJs, and audio creators. The platform operates on a multifaceted business model, offering a free tier with ads and premium subscription plans like SoundCloud Go and SoundCloud Go+, which provide ad-free listening, offline access, and higher audio quality. Additionally, SoundCloud has a monetization program called SoundCloud Premier, which enables artists to earn money from their tracks through ad revenue and fan support. This focus on both music consumers and creators, along with its extensive library and community of content creators, sets SoundCloud apart from its competitors. The company's goal is to enrich the music experience for users while providing opportunities for artists to monetize their work.

Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$450.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_GCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources
Robust 401k program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Generous professional development allowance
Interested in a gym membership, photography course or book? We have a Creativity and Wellness benefit!
Flexible vacation and public holiday policy where you can take up to 35 days of PTO annually
16 paid weeks for all parents (birthing and non-birthing), regardless of gender, to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children
Various snacks, goodies, and 2 free lunches weekly when at the office

Risks

Cheaper artist plans may reduce revenue per user without a subscriber increase.
SoundCloud's merch store faces competition from established platforms like Bandcamp and Teespring.
New algorithms may face backlash if perceived as unfair or ineffective by artists.

Differentiation

SoundCloud offers a unique social platform for creators to connect with fans globally.
The platform's vast library of 265 million tracks sets it apart from competitors.
SoundCloud's artist monetization program, SoundCloud Premier, attracts a diverse creator community.

Upsides

AI-driven music tools enhance user engagement with personalized experiences and innovative content.
'Fan-powered' Buzzing Playlists increase user interaction by spotlighting emerging artists.
The beta merchandise program provides additional revenue streams, enhancing artist loyalty.

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