Sr. Program Manager

Senior Program ManagerWe’re looking for a Senior Program Manager who is as skilled at communicating as they are at organizing. In this contract-to-hire role, you’ll help drive the programs that power our mission: turning over 150 years of curated scientific knowledge into the data platforms and AI-driven tools that accelerate discovery for researchers around the world. This role sits at the center of complex, cross-functional initiatives, connecting engineers, designers, product leaders, and executives so that everyone — regardless of role or seniority — understands what’s happening, why it matters, and what’s needed from them.You’ll drive programs from concept through delivery, but your biggest impact will come from how clearly and consistently you keep every stakeholder aligned. This is a role for someone who thrives on ambiguity, communicates with precision and empathy, and can turn strategic goals into plans that people actually understand and rally behind.Candidates must be willing to work onsite (can participate in the hybrid schedule).Job Responsibilities:Serve as the primary communication hub for one or more major cross-functional programs, ensuring engineers, designers, product managers, and executives each get the right information, at the right level of detail, at the right timeOwn end-to-end planning and execution for major programs, aligning scope, timeline, and resources across teams through clear, proactive communicationPartner with engineering, product, and design leads to define program goals and success metrics, and communicate them in a way that keeps every team rowing in the same directionCoordinate delivery of scientific data platforms, AI-driven discovery tools, and R&D solutions that our customers — from drug discovery teams to patent researchers — rely on dailyIdentify risks and dependencies early, and communicate them transparently to stakeholders — before they become surprisesBuild and deliver program roadmaps, status reports, and executive-level updates that translate complex, technical detail into clear narratives for non-technical audiencesFacilitate program rituals (planning, syncs, retrospectives) that create genuine alignment, not just meetings — and know when a quick written update will serve better than a live oneInfluence prioritization decisions by presenting data, trade-offs, and recommendations persuasively to leadership and skeptical stakeholders alikeManage difficult conversations with poise — delivering bad news, resetting expectations, or navigating disagreement between teams without losing trustCoach and mentor other program or project managers on stakeholder communication and program best practicesContinuously improve how the organization communicates about programs, including status reporting formats, escalation paths, and documentation standardsQualifications:6+ years of program or project management experience, ideally in a software/tech environmentExceptional written and verbal communication skills — able to flex fluidly between technical detail for engineers and concise, strategic framing for executivesDemonstrated ability to build trust and strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from individual contributors to senior leadershipSkilled at proactive, transparent communication: surfacing risks, delays, and trade-offs early rather than letting them surprise stakeholders laterExperience running effective status reporting and executive updates that people actually read and act onComfortable navigating difficult conversations — misalignment between teams, pushback on timelines, or delivering unwelcome news — with tact and confidenceStrong track record influencing decisions and priorities without direct authority, through persuasive, well-structured communicationProven track record delivering large, cross-functional, multi-team programs on time and on budgetStrong command of program management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid approaches) and deep proficiency with the JIRA suite (JIRA, Confluence, or similar)Strong analytical skills; comfortable working with data to inform decisions and communicate progressFamiliarity with SDLC and release management processesPMP, CSM, or equivalent certification is a plus but not requiredNice to Have:Experience in scientific information technology or related domains (e.g., R&D data platforms, drug discovery software, IP/patent research tools, chemical or materials science data)Comfort using AI tools (e.g., for status reporting, meeting summarization, or workflow automation) to drive program efficiencyBackground helping an established organization evolve its ways of working and adopt new technologiesReference: 1062231Worried that you don’t meet every single requirement listed in the job ad? Studies have shown that individuals from marginalized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Hive + Co. is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and representative workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but worried that you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyways. We’d love to get to know you.