Groundswell · 1 week ago
Senior Program Manager – Software Implementation Programs
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$133K/yr - $229K/yr
15+ years expGroundswell is a premier technology integrator committed to addressing complex challenges for federal agencies. The Senior Program Manager will lead a high-visibility software implementation program within the Defense/Intelligence Community, overseeing large-scale software development efforts and ensuring successful delivery and compliance with government standards.
Software
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead overall program execution for large-scale software development and implementation efforts
Own end-to-end delivery across multiple teams and concurrent workstreams
Establish and maintain disciplined program cadence, delivery metrics, and execution transparency
Ensure schedules, budgets, staffing, and deliverables remain aligned with program objectives and contractual requirements
Drive accountability across teams, partners, and vendors to ensure delivery commitments are met
Provide senior leadership for enterprise software implementation programs, including application-focused and front-end delivery
Partner effectively with technical leads and architects to translate delivery realities into executable plans
Anticipate and manage software delivery risks related to scope, integration, dependencies, and timelines
Ensure implementation efforts move beyond advisory or sustainment work into true delivery and execution
Ensure compliance with contract terms, policies, and Intelligence Community security requirements
Identify program and delivery risks early and implement mitigation strategies
Monitor performance across teams and partners, surfacing issues clearly and driving resolution
Balance government expectations with delivery realities through proactive leadership and judgment
Serve as the senior program interface with client stakeholders
Facilitate structured discussions on priorities, dependencies, risks, and delivery tradeoffs
Provide informed recommendations to support government decision-making
Build trusted relationships through consistent, high-quality software delivery
Align task leads, software teams, and partners to shared delivery objectives
Oversee subcontractor and vendor performance related to software implementation
Ensure effective coordination of reporting, deliverables, and staffing activities
Support identification and shaping of follow-on work and program expansion opportunities
Partner with internal leadership to ensure continuity and long-term program success
Contribute to proposal development and solution shaping as needed
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship required per contract requirements
Active TS clearance required; must be eligible for SCI (Groundswell will sponsor SCI)
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
15+ years supporting DoD and/or Intelligence Community programs
10+ years leading large, complex programs with delivery accountability
Demonstrated experience managing enterprise-scale software development or implementation programs
Proven ability to lead multi-team, multi-workstream software delivery efforts
Strong understanding of federal contracting, compliance, and risk management
Must be local to the Washington, DC metro area
Preferred
Experience supporting software implementation programs, including application or front-end delivery
Experience with Human Capital Management (HCM) systems (preferred, not required)
Workday implementation or program oversight experience
PMP or equivalent program management certification
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option
Company
Groundswell
Groundswell delivers digital services that promotes human centered designs and solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
George Batsakis
Chief Executive Officer
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