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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Project/Program Manager IT 5 - **Company:** The Aes Group, Inc - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Confluence, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Project, Microsoft PowerPoint, Scrum Methodology, Power BI, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/c3ca0dff-5c3f-4356-98f6-2937580483c1 ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience managing enterprise software development projects. * Extensive experience leading Agile software engineering programs. * Strong experience managing cross-functional matrix organizations. * Experience creating: + Project charters + Project schedules + Governance documentation + Executive reporting * Minimum 2 years of experience with Azure DevOps and Confluence. * Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project. * Experience with enterprise organizational change initiatives. * Outstanding communication and presentation skills. * Strong executive presence. * Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities. * Ability to influence across matrix organizations. * Proven leadership of cross-functional engineering and product teams. * Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills., * PMP Certification * Certified Scrum Master (CSM) * Change Management Certification * Six Sigma Black Belt * Experience supporting enterprise eCommerce or Digital Platform initiatives. * Power BI experience. * Knowledge of VisionLink, fleet management, telematics, or connected products. * Experience with AI or Digital Transformation programs. * Experience leading enterprise software programs involving product management, engineering, and platform teams within large organizations. * Experience managing multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously. EDUCATION * Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience, or * Master's degree with 8+ years of experience. ## Description We are seeking a senior Project/Program Manager IT 5 to join the Digital Application Program Management Team. This leadership-focused individual contributor will oversee strategic software development initiatives across multiple enterprise programs while partnering closely with engineering, product, and business leaders. The role will support two strategic initiatives: * 50% - VisionLink Program * 50% - VisionLink Acceleration Program This position supports a long-term digital transformation roadmap and will play a critical role in delivering key program milestones through 2027. Responsibilities * Lead complex enterprise software development programs from initiation through delivery. * Manage multiple concurrent projects across VisionLink and VisionLink Acceleration initiatives. * Drive project planning, scheduling, governance, budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder communications. * Develop project charters and establish project execution frameworks. * Coordinate Agile software development teams across multiple engineering organizations. * Partner with Product Owners, Engineering Managers, Architects, and business stakeholders. * Monitor project execution using Azure DevOps and Confluence. * Lead cross-functional alignment meetings and executive status reviews. * Identify risks, remove roadblocks, and drive organizational alignment. * Collaborate with global teams across the U.S., India, and Slovakia. ## Related Videos - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [42 x 2 Canvases Later: Two Years, Two Minds, Many Lessons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1458-42-x-2-canvases-later-two-years-two-minds-many-lessons) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) ## Related Articles - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)