Senior Technical Project Manager at The Walt Disney Company

Santa Monica, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Media, Entertainment, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience with Agile and Scrum based software development practices
  • Wide range of leadership competencies and technical project management experience
  • Strong communications skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple technical teams
  • Proficiency in DEE Technology processes, tools, and frameworks
  • Skills in developing scope of work and managing time, work-breakdown, cost, risk, and communications

Responsibilities

  • Drive execution and delivery of software development deliverables from initiation through closure
  • Leverage Agile and Scrum experience to lead teams to successful delivery
  • Lead delivery teams through identification and management of risks, resolution of issues, and escalation to management as appropriate
  • Facilitate team ceremonies
  • Facilitate meetings/workshops with groups beyond the immediate delivery team
  • Facilitate team through resolution of complex issues
  • Drive workshops/meetings to conclusion and/or actionable outcomes
  • Ensure group participation
  • Develop and deliver outcomes/results/notes appropriate to the audience level
  • Manage team dynamics, morale, and motivation while building a culture of respect for all members and viewpoints

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementPortfolio ManagementTechnical Project ManagementAgileTechnology StrategyCapital Planning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position or a contractor role?

This is a contractor position within the DE&E Technology: Business Operations - Global Program Management organization.

What is the work arrangement or location for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Senior Technical Project Manager role?

The role requires hands-on management of technology activities using Agile and Scrum practices, cross-functional collaboration with technical teams, leadership competencies, technical project management experience, and strong communication skills.

What is the company culture like at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Product & Technology?

The team consists of Storytellers and Innovators, Creators and Builders, Entertainers and Engineers, focused on marrying technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive innovation and scalability.

What makes a strong candidate for this Scrum Lead position?

Strong candidates will have experience driving technical deliverables using Agile and Scrum practices, managing projects from initiation through closure, and working cross-functionally with technical teams while utilizing DEE Technology processes, tools, and frameworks.

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About The Walt Disney Company

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