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Group Program Manager-Xbox Hardware-Kinect (716359) Job

Date: Jul 19, 2010

Location: Redmond, WA, US

Job Category: Hardware Engineering
Location: United States, WA, Redmond
Job ID: 716359 14662
Division: Entertainment & Devices Division

Kinect, a revolutionary new way to play: you are the Controller. Join the Xbox Kinect Team and make your mark on the coolest gaming platform. Our group develops the accessories that make hands-free Xbox gaming possible. We are looking for an experienced Group Program Manager who has a proven track record of managing the development of high volume consumer products.

You will be responsible for leading a group of program managers on a cross-functional team of Electrical, Optical, Mechanical, Audio, Firmware, Test from concept to high volume production. At the same time, you are challenged to meet program goals for product performance, quality, safety/compliance, product cost, schedule, and development budget. You are also responsible for coordination with Product Planning, Marketing, Usability Specialists, Manufacturing, Reliability, Quality, Sourcing, and Engineering to define the product, solidify the business case, and author the product specifications.

Your track record must include a technical background of managing development of high volume consumer products in a multi-disciplinary team; leading that team in product definition/comprehension, development and execution of master program schedules, program budget definition/management, management of product bill of materials, vendor and contract management, and high volume manufacturing.
You must have a strong desire, passion, and ability to understand consumer needs and a willingness to develop holistic product solutions that delight our customers and exceed their expectations. You should also have a solid comprehension of the console gaming/entertainment industry and demonstrate a personal passion for its growth in the household.

Our definition of program management is one of the most comprehensive, most complex, and most challenging in the industry. You are held accountable to every element of the program. Are you ready?

Primary responsibilities include
Define and manage the Product development plan
Manage and execute the program to deliver in spec, in schedule, under budget, a safe, reliable, compliant, high-quality, secure product for high volume mass production
Team leadership and collaboration of cross functional and cross-organizational product development team
Applying best practices and formal processes of Program management and Engineering Excellence
Create statement of work and manage development partners & contract manufacturers
Lead component and supplier selection and qualification, including contract negotiation and supplier management.
Organize, present, and document technical and program reviews/status to Senior Management
Develop and protect intellectual property; be well versed with IP fundamentals.
Organize and lead development builds at the contract manufacturers.
Explore and understand competitive landscape in both product and business terms
Domestic and international travel required

SC: APA


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Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
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