Senior Project Management - Data Engineering

Bring Your Amazing Self to Work

At Macy's, Inc. we're on a mission to create a brighter future with bold representation for all. This is our Mission Every One. We know that each person here is unique. So we respect and invest in each individual to create growth, pride, and satisfaction. If we are able to bring our whole selves to work, it translates into a more abundant and wider array of ideas and energy for all to benefit from. Our success will be built on amazing colleagues, working together.

Job Overview

The Senior, Project Management is an Agile-savvy and technically-strong professional responsible for development projects. Their primary mission is to own and manage the planning, execution, and delivery. As part of a team-oriented, technical organization, they are an excellent communicator who partners with producers, developers, operations, QA, and project/program and domain management to ensure successful project execution.

What You Will Do

• Take ownership of complex projects or multiple projects, overseeing all related activities and ensuring the execution and final delivery of the project product.
• Create the road map for the project, manage the plan, make necessary changes, and effectively communicate status and issues to the team, the PMO, and domain management.
• Remove blockers efficiently and escalate issues and risks with an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Use existing standards and processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive the change management processes.
• Facilitate planning, communication, negotiation, and self-management within the team.
• Act as Iteration Manager, managing and administering the iteration lifecycle, backlog, and story cards in VersionOne.
• Ensure the completion of project audit controls and closeout activities.
• Onboard and coach other project managers in processes, issue resolution, and audit controls.
• Actively learn, exploring areas and skills that will help macys.com continue to grow and innovate.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and communicate lessons learned to appropriate groups.

Skills You Will Need

Agile Proficiency: Strong understanding and application of Agile methodologies.

Technical Expertise: Solid technical background, particularly in development projects, with a preference for experience in retail/ecommerce.

Project Management: Ability to manage complex projects or multiple projects, overseeing all related activities and ensuring successful execution and delivery.

Roadmap and Planning: Skilled in creating project roadmaps, managing plans, making necessary adjustments, and effectively communicating status and issues to relevant stakeholders.

Change Management: Drive and manage change management processes.

Facilitation: Excellent facilitation skills, capable of planning, communication, negotiation, and promoting self-management within the team.

Software Development Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of the software development lifecycle, QA, and test methodologies and processes, with experience in all phases of the software development life cycle.

Communication Skills: Practice open and continuous communication, effectively presenting information clearly and concisely.

Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functional lines and at multiple levels.

Creative and Strategic Thinking: Ability to think creatively, strategically, and technically.

Certifications: PMI or CSM certification is helpful but not required.

Who You Are

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy’s aspires to achieve every day in every way.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
• 6+ years managing enterprise-level software development projects from initiation through completion, ideally ecommerce initiatives. 4+ years of experience managing software development efforts using Agile (Scrum, XP, lean, etc.).
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

• An inclusive, challenging, and refreshingly fun work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity
• Performance incentives and annual merit review
• Merchandise discounts
• Health and Wellness Benefits across medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling and legal/financial advice)
• Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Guild education benefit funds 100% of tuition, books, and fees in designated programs
• Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back/volunteer opportunities
• Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results

About Macy’s

Now is an exciting time for a Macy's career as we continue to focus on creating exciting and memorable experiences for every Macy's customer, whether their journey starts online or in the store. Our opportunities in Sales, Merchandise, Operations, Customer Service, Warehouse, Marketing, and other areas let you express your creativity and commitment to excellence, grow your career and make a difference to your Macy's colleagues and customers.

Bring your creativity, energy, and ideas to the Macy's team – Apply Today!

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