Program Manager

About Position: We are looking for an experienced Program Manager with 8 to 12 years of expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) architecture, cloud transformation, and enterprise program delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical architecture knowledge, cloud strategy experience, stakeholder management capabilities, and program execution expertise. This role requires leading large-scale cloud initiatives while ensuring successful delivery, governance, operational excellence, and alignment with business objectives. - Role: Program Manager - Location: Pune - Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years - Job Type: Full Time Employment What You'll Do: - Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise cloud programs focused on GCP architecture and modernization initiatives. - Collaborate with cloud architects and engineering teams to define scalable, secure, and business-aligned cloud solutions. - Translate business and technical requirements into actionable program plans and delivery roadmaps. - Drive cloud migration, transformation, and optimization initiatives across enterprise environments. - Manage project schedules, milestones, dependencies, risks, and resource planning activities. - Collaborate with architects, product owners, QA teams, DevOps engineers, security teams, and business stakeholders throughout delivery. - Facilitate architecture reviews, technical governance discussions, and program status reviews. - Monitor project progress and proactively address risks, issues, and dependencies. - Ensure adherence to cloud architecture standards, security policies, and compliance requirements. - Support production readiness, deployment planning, and operational transition activities. - Drive Agile delivery practices including sprint planning, release management, and stakeholder communication. - Establish governance frameworks, reporting mechanisms, and performance metrics for cloud programs. - Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project execution. - Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational excellence programs. - Maintain project documentation, program dashboards, risk registers, and executive reports. - Mentor teams and promote best practices across cloud delivery and program management functions. Expertise You'll Bring: - 8 to 12 years of experience in Program Management, Cloud Transformation, or Enterprise Technology Delivery. - Strong understanding of GCP architecture, cloud services, and enterprise cloud adoption strategies. - Experience managing large-scale cloud migration and modernization programs. - Knowledge of GCP services including Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, IAM, and networking services. - Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles, scalability, security, reliability, and performance optimization. - Experience working closely with cloud architects, platform engineers, and DevOps teams. - Proven track record of managing enterprise-scale projects involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams. - Experience with Agile, Scrum, and modern delivery methodologies. - Strong risk management, dependency management, and program governance skills. - Experience supporting cloud security, compliance, and governance initiatives. - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, cloud automation, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps practices. - Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities. - Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills. - Experience preparing executive-level reports, dashboards, and program status updates. - Ability to balance business priorities with technical requirements and delivery constraints. - Strong leadership, ownership, and collaboration skills. Benefits: - Competitive salary and benefits package - Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications - Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies - Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards - Annual health check-ups - Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment: Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds. - We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. - Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. - If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment. Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers "Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."