Technical program manager Jobs in Brossard, QC

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Software Release Program Manager to oversee and coordinate the quarterly planning and the releases of our software products, including the MachineMotion AI controller firmware and our cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software release management, project management, and cross-functional coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Release Coordination: Plan, manage, and oversee the end-to-end release process for software updates related to our motion controllers and cloud applications, ensuring timely and high-quality deliveries.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, product management, quality assurance, and operations teams to ensure release requirements, scope are delivered on time.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues in the release process and develop mitigation strategies to address them proactively.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and enhance release management processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Quarterly Engineering Plan: Align the team leads and product managers with producing their goals, outcome and dependencies into a concrete plan each quarter.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of release plans, procedures, and outcomes to ensure transparency and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure all releases comply with industry standards and internal policies, particularly concerning security and quality assurance.

Qualifications

We’re looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you’re excited about what you read and think you’d be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification.

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software release management, project/program management or a related role.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully leading cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with waterfall and agile development methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with Resource Allocation and time tracking

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program
• Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
• Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take-home interview
• Decision & Offer

We’re committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we’ll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Professional Growth & Development

Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevate high-performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:

• In-house coaching program with former industry executives working with small cohort of emerging leaders
• Quarterly management training on topics ranging from “Giving & Receiving Feedback, to Building high-performing teams, to "Developing your own Leadership model”
• Quarterly World-Class Speaker Series featuring industry leaders sharing their perspective and lessons learned as they build their function and business
• Dedicated professional development channels sponsored by the Executive team to foster continuous professional learning
• Book allocation program to further your knowledge in your domain of expertise or any business leadership topics

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Vention

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued, and can achieve extraordinary results.

We celebrate differences in ideas, in experiences, and in people. Our initiatives in gender equity, career growth, and leadership development are designed to create real opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Vention’s culture

Vention is an uplifting environment for high achievers. Thinking that Vention’s culture would keep you energized? See our full culture guide here.