Senior Project Manager ItWe are seeking a full-time Senior Project Manager IT at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for the delivery of web-based applications and platform solutions used by globally distributed teams.
This role partners closely with Product, Engineering, UX, and Architecture to drive predictable delivery across multiple teams, stakeholders, and time zones. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in Agile environments, managing cross-team dependencies, and communicating clearly with both technical and business audiences.Essential FunctionsDevelop and maintain integrated project plans that coordinate work across multiple teams, stakeholders, and global locationsPartner with Product Owners, Engineering, UX, and Architecture to plan, sequence, and deliver web application features and platform capabilitiesFacilitate Agile delivery practices (Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid), adapting approaches to meet team and product needsManage delivery across iterative releases, balancing scope, quality, risk, and timelineProactively identify and manage cross-team dependencies, delivery risks, and constraints; drive mitigation plans and decision-makingCoordinate work across globally distributed teams, accounting for time zones, regional considerations, and cultural differencesEstablish clear communication cadences, artifacts, and dashboards to ensure transparency and alignmentProvide concise, outcome-focused project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior leadershipTranslate technical delivery details into business-relevant impacts and tradeoffsDevelop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy of project documentation, plans, and delivery artifactsDrive accountability across project teams without direct authority and resolve issues and conflicts as they ariseBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experienceDemonstrated mastery of project management principles with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and environmentsProven track record of successfully delivering web-based or technology solutionsExperience working with Agile delivery teams and modern SDLC practicesStrong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiencesHighly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentStrong time management, follow-up, and problem-solving skillsDesired QualificationsExperience delivering web applications, APIs, or platform servicesExperience supporting globally distributed or remote development teamsFamiliarity with Agile frameworks such as Scrum and KanbanExperience coordinating releases across multiple teams or componentsFamiliarity with modern delivery and collaboration tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence)Understanding of cloud-based or SaaS application environments (conceptual knowledge)Project management or Agile certification (PMP, CSM, or similar)Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits