Sr. Digital Project Manager

Scientific Games: Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward. Position Summary Scientific Games digital business unit is looking for a qualified Sr. Digital Project Manager to join the team. This position will play a pivotal role in overseeing multiple implementations, leading projects proactively, and nurturing strong client relationships. This position requires a strategic thinker who takes the initiative and is highly motivated. Serving as an extension of Scientific Games business stakeholders, the Project Manager must possess excellent communication skills to effectively convey project details to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will manage project activities, timelines, costs, budgets, and resources while adhering to best practices and SDLC control guidelines throughout the entire software development life cycle. *CANDIDATE SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR ROLE* *CANDIDATE MUST BE LOCAL TO ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA* Job Responsibilities Lead hands‑on project management efforts, collaborating closely with Technical Leads, Quality Assurance, Product & Account Managers, and various stakeholders to ensure delivery aligns with business targets and the technical roadmap. Demonstrate a keen understanding of the intricate relationships between technology, sales, operations, customer dynamics, and overarching business requirements and goals. Develop and maintain project plans, project timelines and task lists, effectively coordinating multiple projects simultaneously. Regularly communicate with all service departments to ensure timely and high‑quality service delivery. Understanding of Risk Financial Management, able to create and maintain documents Foster collaboration with cross‑functional teams, such as Product, Product Development, and Design, to synchronize marketing efforts with overarching business objectives. Manage relationships with external vendors and agencies as necessary, ensuring deliverables meet deadlines and budget constraints. Monitor and report project progress to all stakeholders, actively participating in testing and implementation phases. Implement and oversee project changes and RAID items to achieve project goals, ensuring technical work is delivered on time and meets requirements. Coordinate with team members across departments and geographically dispersed teams to facilitate seamless project execution. Oversee all aspects of the project portfolio to ensure alignment with and support of strategic objectives. Demonstrate adaptability in communication styles and effectively communicate with diverse personalities. Utilize creative and analytical problem‑solving skills within a collaborative environment, striving for innovation and excellence. Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan that tracks milestones, track budget and dependencies across all project workstreams. Monitor and evaluate project progress using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Assists in business development efforts to create project proposals, RFPs, estimates, and schedules. Job Requirements Experience in Project Delivery, such as Program Manager, Project Manager, Head of Delivery, or equivalent role. Strong technical skills with clear understanding of the software development lifecycle and incident management. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of crafting compelling content and effectively engaging diverse audiences. Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with proficient project management abilities to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Innovative thinker with a fervor for exploration and a readiness to experiment with novel ideas and strategies. Demonstrate leadership prowess, adept at motivating and inspiring cross‑functional teams to achieve shared objectives while adeptly addressing operational challenges. Proficient in process management and process improvement methodologies. Strong interpersonal skills with adeptness in written and verbal communication. Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Outlook. 30% Travel required. Experience working with Jira and/or Airtable. Qualifications Education/Certifications/Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree required. PMP Certification preferred. 5-7 years of experience managing projects involving website, mobile app, or gaming content implementation. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment. Work Conditions: Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses. As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you. This job description should not be interpreted as all‑inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job‑related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr