Program Manager

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Program Manager !

Location: Reading, UK

Job ID: 45602

We are currently recruiting for a Program Manager with extensive experience in design development and detailed engineering, overseeing complex technical projects from concept through execution. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing dependencies, and ensuring alignment with technical standards, quality, and timelines.

The candidate must be experienced in Agile methodologies, including SAFe, to drive program execution, improve processes, and deliver scalable, high-quality solutions on schedule.

Are you a strong communicator with a proven ability to bridge technical and business requirements, resolve risks, and optimize engineering outcomes?

If this sounds like you keep on reading ?

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Biometric Identity Technologies BIO:

At the Biometric Identity Technologies Business Area, within HID, we aim to create a safer world with biometric solutions that enhance everyday life, ensuring trust and reliability in every interaction. As a trusted biometric leader, we seamlessly and ethically protect people, places, and things, where we create a secure and equitable environment where everyone’s data is protected and their privacy respected. 

Driven by years of innovation, we offer a broad range of biometric identity technologies for transactions requiring irrefutable proof of identity, such as customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, seamless travel, forensic investigation, background checks, border security, and government benefit issuance. We provide peace of mind to a great array of organizations and industries who know that they are getting the highest level of safety and security through trusted identity.

Essential Duties

• Define program scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, milestones, resources, risks, and dependencies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead and support cross-functional teams (software, hardware, product, design, QA, operations) to ensure effective execution and goal attainment.
• Oversee execution of all projects to ensure on-time, on-scope, and on-budget delivery while proactively identifying and resolving risks, issues, blockers, and conflicts.
• Coordinate inter-team dependencies and external constraints, maintaining alignment on priorities and delivery plans.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership, clients, and stakeholders; manage expectations and communicate program status, risks, issues, and progress.
• Develop, manage, and report on program budgets; track expenditures, ensure financial targets are met, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement through performance analysis, best-practice implementation, and corrective actions.
• Support internal ISO audits and act as a key contact for external quality audits related to program and engineering processes.

Primary Duties

• Lead and coordinate program teams to achieve defined objectives.
• Ensure programs align with strategic and business goals.
• Communicate program status, priorities, and expectations to stakeholders.
• Delegate and oversee project activities to ensure timely execution.
• Identify and mitigate program risks and issues.
• Manage program budgets and financial reporting.
• Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree qualified in a relevant science-based honours degree in Electronics/Software/Mechanics Engineering/Information Technology, or a related field.
• PMP, PgMP, or other relevant certifications.
• 4+ years of relevant engineering industry experience in program management.
• Proven track record of managing large, complex programs with successful outcomes.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

Work Requirements

• Compliance with all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
• Travel and fieldwork, including international travel, may be required. Therefore, employee must possess, or be able to acquire a valid passport.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which you are hired.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process. 

HID is certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, reflecting employee feedback on trust, collaboration, and workplace culture.