IT & Systems Project Manager
Posted on 2/24/2023
INACTIVE
Sila Nanotechnologies

201-500 employees

Develops advanced materials for high-energy lithium-ion batteries.
Company Overview
Sila Nanotechnologies Inc. is a pioneering company in the battery materials sector, with a significant competitive advantage due to its unique silicon anode material that enhances the energy density of lithium-ion batteries without affecting performance. The company's strong industry leadership is evident in its partnerships with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs, including BMW, Daimler, and ATL, to accelerate product roadmaps and commercial cell production. Sila's dynamic work culture, commitment to sustainability, and focus on technical innovation make it an attractive workplace for those passionate about contributing to a more sustainable future.
Energy

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$999.7M

Founded

2011

Headquarters

Alameda, California

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

24%
Locations
Alameda, CA, USA
Experience Level
Entry
Junior
Mid
Senior
Expert
Desired Skills
Agile
Communications
Management
Customer Service
Requirements
  • At least 5 years' work experience in IT Project Management required with a focus on SaaS and infrastructure Implementation projects
  • Demonstrated experience in managing multiple large-scale projects
  • Strong customer service skills. Focused on client's objectives and diligent to the needs of users
  • Business Process Mapping, Business Problem Analysis, Requirements Definition and leading Regression and User Acceptance Testing
  • Experience applying standard frameworks (e.g., PMBOK) and Software Development Lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Agile)
  • Comfortable in a high-growth and fast-paced environment and leading change
  • Prior Experience with Managed Service providers and professional services implementation partners
  • Experience with Project Management frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, SDLC methodologies)
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Business Administration/related field required
  • Project Management (PMP) Certification preferred
Responsibilities
  • Build collaborative relationships with business partners across multiple business areas including Finance, Business Development, Legal, Manufacturing, Research and Development, and People Operations to deliver IT projects that meet the business needs and requirements
  • Lead IT implementation, optimization, and integration projects from initiation to completion
  • Manage IT project lifecycle through all phases: requirements definition, build/config, test, implement/deploy, and training
  • Own project scope, work plan, risk management, communications, and results
  • Own project status updates / project health to business and leadership team
  • Develop / present project performance indicators on a regular basis
  • Assist Business Owners in defining use cases and requirements
  • Facilitate current and future state process mappings to identify functional gaps, reduce risk, and identify resource requirements
  • Facilitate / Drive removing of blockers with collaborators, implementation team, and leadership
  • Prepare test plans and test scripts, and coordinate UAT and issue/bug tracking
  • Develop documents for end user training and support
  • Proactively capture, mitigate and advance issues and risks in a timely manner
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of standard processes in Data Systems executing and delivery of projects
  • Hire, coach, and support talent through consistent feedback, navigation of challenges, and celebration of wins