R&D Program Manager

RunwayExtenders
Our Mission, Your Success:
We link professionals from Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia with top US start-ups, by empowering challenge seekers like you to build successful careers. Our ultimate vision is to offer exclusive career opportunities with a focus on attracting, retaining, and developing the best talents.
Our client, Your Impact:
Our well-funded US client is leading the fight against climate change by revolutionizing clean energy options for consumers and businesses. As a team member, you can shape the future of energy and make a positive impact while experiencing professional development.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage key R&D projects, ensuring roadmaps, OKRs, and timelines are updated and delivered on time.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives from scope definition to execution, coordinating efforts between R&D, Engineering, and SRE teams.
- Oversee the full software lifecycle, ensuring timely, high-quality, and cost-efficient delivery from planning to post-launch.
- Optimize project management frameworks, streamline processes, and identify bottlenecks to accelerate delivery.
- Evaluate tools and solutions, recommending improvements or replacements as needed.
- Plan and coordinate All Hands meetings, ensuring agendas, speakers, and materials are prepared in advance.
Requirements
- Proven experience in product or technology development within high-growth or startup environments.
- Strong understanding of Engineering, Product, and Design functions and workflows.
- Proficiency in Jira, including Advanced Roadmaps and JQL, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), and Agile Methodologies.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional engineering projects.
- Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Other Details:
- Private health insurance
- Hybrid work with reliable internet access from anywhere in MK, KS, or AL
- Access to top-quality office equipment provided by the company
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3 pm - 11 pm CEST (Skopje, Prishtina, Tirana local time)
Join our innovative team and contribute to impactful data analytics solutions that drive progress in our organization. If you are a motivated self-starter with a passion for data and operations, we would invite you over to apply!
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