Full-time
West Coast
Posted 6 months ago

About Us

Pyxei Foundation is a leading scientific foundation driving innovation in AI, environmental sustainability, medical advancements, healthcare, space, and cybersecurity. Our mission is to transform cutting-edge research into real-world solutions that positively impact society. We are seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager with a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and strategic leadership to spearhead high-impact projects and drive innovation at an enterprise level.

Position Overview

As a Senior Technical Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing complex, cross-functional technology projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals. You will collaborate with C-level executives, technical teams, and business stakeholders to bridge the gap between technical execution and strategic objectives. The ideal candidate is a seasoned techno-functional leader with strong negotiation skills, deep experience in enterprise technology projects, and the ability to drive transformation at scale.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership & Strategy

    • Lead and oversee large-scale, multidisciplinary technology projects from inception to completion.
    • Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and success metrics, ensuring alignment with business and technical strategies.
    • Drive risk assessment, mitigation planning, and decision-making at the executive level.
  • Stakeholder Management & Negotiation

    • Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, executive leadership, and external partners.
    • Negotiate project scope, budget, and timelines with C-level stakeholders, vendors, and strategic partners.
    • Influence senior executives by providing data-driven insights and recommendations.
  • Technical & Functional Expertise

    • Apply 20+ years of techno-functional experience in areas such as software development, infrastructure, AI, cloud computing, or scientific research.
    • Ensure the successful integration of technical solutions with business operations.
    • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering and product teams.
  • Operational Execution & Change Management

    • Implement best practices in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies for project execution.
    • Oversee financial planning, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
    • Drive organizational change and digital transformation by aligning technology with business needs.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a technical or business-related field (Computer Science, Engineering, Business, etc.).
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent advanced degree.
20+ years of experience in techno-functional leadership roles, overseeing enterprise technology projects.
✔ Proven ability to negotiate at the C-suite level and drive executive alignment.
✔ Strong understanding of software development, AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or scientific research.
✔ Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and hybrid project management methodologies.
✔ Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

🔹 PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications.
🔹 Experience in scientific research, healthcare, AI, or cybersecurity domains.
🔹 Prior experience in nonprofit, government, or scientific organizations.

Job Features

Job CategoryTechnology & Infrastructure
Job TypeFull-time, Contract
Job LocationSan Jose, CA
Experience LevelMid-Senior level

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