Principal Project Manager

About CogniteEmbark on a transformative journey with Cognite, a global SaaS forerunner in leveraging data to unravel complex business challenges through our cutting-edge Cognite Data Fusion (CDF) platform. We were awarded the 2022 Technology Innovation Leader for Global Digital Industrial Platforms. In the realm of industrial digitalization, we stand at the forefront, reshaping the future of Oil & Gas, Manufacturing and Energy sectors. As part of the esteemed Aker family, Cognite brings forth a legacy of innovation and excellence. Excitingly, we are set to extend our footprint to the vibrant landscapes of India, which opens the door for you to be part of the expansion from the beginning. Join us in this venture where data meets ingenuity, and together, we forge the path to a smarter, more connected industrial future.
Our teams are working on building the next-generation industrial data platform and applications across many different industries, such as Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, and Power & Utility. This includes enabling all types of workflows, including analytics, to assist in making better decisions. We are a good mix of engineers, products, and design. What we have in common is that we care deeply about the user experience and create products that users really want to use.
Our work environment is not just exciting and dynamic, but also intensely collaborative and supportive. You will work with the best domain and industry experts: designers, product managers, software developers, ML engineers, AI engineers and business leaders. We support one another, ask good questions, and give each other constructive feedback. Our goal is to leverage our diverse set of strengths and backgrounds to build innovative products, to think outside the ordinary, and grind through and nurture a great.
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Our valuesImpact: Cogniters strive to make an impact in all that they do. We are result-oriented, always asking ourselves.Ownership: Cogniters embrace a culture of ownership. We go beyond our comfort zones to contribute to the greater good, fostering inclusivity and sharing responsibilities for challenges and success. Relentless: Cogniters are relentless in their pursuit of innovation. We are determined and deliverable (never ruthless or reckless), facing challenges head-on and viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth. 
Cognite's Global Delivery organization, spanning offices in Austin & Houston, TX, Oslo, and Tokyo, is a diverse collective of Project Managers, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, and Solution Architects. With expertise across Oil and Gas, Power, and Manufacturing, we are dedicated to delivering flexible, scalable projects that unlock the full potential of our flagship product, CDF. Together, we make previously concealed data come to life, empowering heavy asset industries to operate more efficiently and sustainably.
Our Project Management team, comprising 20 high-performance professionals globally, brings a wealth of experience from management consulting, industry, and software development. We are committed to continuous refinement, fostering individual growth, and supporting Cognite's rapid expansion.
A typical day in the life of a Principal Project Manager in Cognite:As a Project Manager at Cognite, you will spearhead teams driving our customers' digital transformations, liberating and maximizing the value of their data. In this role, initiative and creative problem-solving are key. You will lead projects, some co-lead or lead buy partners while collaborating with Data Scientists, Solution Architects, and Domain Experts to design, develop, and operationalize digital solutions across various industries. You will serving as a crucial link between customers and Cognite's engineering and product management teams, your ability to communicate effectively, solve complex problems, and comprehend intricate technology is paramount.

We believe most of these should match your experience

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Math, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in technical (software) project management, digital transformation, or software consulting.
• Passion for driving change and creating customer success, with multiple stakeholders and partners involved. 
• Enthusiasm for overcoming challenges and setting ambitious, innovative goals.
• Proven ability to take initiative, build strong teams, and cultivate customer and partner relationships.
• Capability to thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous working environment, yet be able to add structure to our deliveries. 
• Familiarity with IoT, cloud solutions, or machine learning models is a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - fluency in German and English are required.
• Ability to navigate stakeholder landscapes.
• Willingness to travel, if necessary.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

A snapshot of our many perks and benefits as a Cogniter

• Join an organization of 70 different nationalities 🌐 with Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) in focus 🤝
• A highly modern and fun working environment with sublime culture across the organization, follow us on Instagram @cognitedata 📷 to know more
• Flat structure with direct access to decision-makers, with minimal amount of bureaucracy
• Opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best people on some of the most ambitious projects found anywhere, across industries
• Join our HUB 🗣️ to be part of the conversation directly with Cogniters and our partners.

Why choose Cognite? 🏆 🚀Join us in making a real and lasting impact in one of the most exciting and fastest-growing new software companies in the world. We have repeatedly demonstrated that digital transformation, when anchored on strong DataOps, drives business value and sustainability for clients and allows front-line workers, as well as domain experts, to make better decisions every single day. We were recognized as one of CNBC's top global enterprise technology startups powering digital transformation! And just recently, Frost & Sullivan named Cognite a Technology Innovation Leader! 🥇

Apply today!If you're excited about the opportunity to work at Cognite and make a difference in the tech industry, we encourage you to apply today! We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and identities to join our team.Please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions - (oda.danielsen@cognite.com).
We encourage you to follow us on Cognite LinkedIn; we post all our openings there.

A snapshot of our many perks and benefits as a Cogniter* Join an organization of 70 different nationalities 🌐 with Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) in focus 🤝* A highly modern and fun working environment with sublime culture across the organization, follow us on Instagram @cognitedata 📷 to know more* Flat structure with direct access to decision-makers, with minimal amount of bureaucracy* Opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best people on some of the most ambitious projects found anywhere, across industries* Join our HUB 🗣️ to be part of the conversation directly with Cogniters and our partners.
Why choose Cognite? 🏆 🚀Join us in making a real and lasting impact in one of the most exciting and fastest-growing new software companies in the world. We have repeatedly demonstrated that digital transformation, when anchored on strong DataOps, drives business value and sustainabilityfor clients and allows front-line workers, as well as domain experts, to make better decisions every single day. We were recognized as one of CNBC's top global enterprise technology startups powering digital transformation! And just recently, Frost & Sullivan named Cognite a Technology Innovation Leader! 🥇 Most recently Cognite Data Fusion® Achieved Industry First DNV Compliance for Digital Twins 🥇

Apply today!If you're excited about the opportunity to work at Cognite and make a difference in the tech industry, we encourage you to apply today! We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and identities to join our team. Please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition team with any questions -
We encourage you to follow us on Cognite LinkedIn; we post all our openings there.