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Project Manager – Product and R&D Operations

ControlUp·Israel·en
HybridFull-timeProject ManagementEnterprise Software

Lead strategic, cross-functional programs across Product, Engineering, Security, IT, Legal, and other business teams. Build execution structure, manage dependencies and risks, provide stakeholder visibility, and improve operational processes in a hybrid technology environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex cross-functional programs and maintain project plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and decision processes
  • Drive strategic initiatives involving Product, Engineering, and other business functions
  • Translate broad goals and complex requirements into workstreams, ownership, deliverables, and next steps
  • Coordinate technical and non-technical stakeholders and facilitate productive discussions
  • Identify blockers and gaps, coordinate mitigation plans, and escalate issues when necessary
  • Provide concise updates on progress, decisions, risks, and upcoming milestones
  • Improve workflows, cross-team collaboration, and scalable operating processes
  • Use AI tools for roadmaps, project plans, Gantt charts, status updates, meeting summaries, and workflow automation
  • Document decisions and action items, assign ownership, and ensure follow-through

Requirements

  • At least 4 years of project or program management experience, preferably in a SaaS or technology environment
  • Experience leading projects across multiple teams and stakeholders with different priorities
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, including managing timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risks
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills
  • Ability to participate in technical discussions, ask clarifying questions, and translate them into actionable plans
  • Proactive, hands-on approach to creating structure when requirements are evolving
  • Curiosity and ability to learn new products, technologies, and business areas quickly
  • Comfort working in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
  • Experience with project-management or R&D tools such as Linear, Jira, Asana, Monday.com, or similar
  • Experience using AI tools, or strong interest in applying them to planning, communication, and execution

Nice to have

  • Experience working closely with Product and R&D teams
  • Exposure to organizational, operational, security, or compliance projects
  • Experience coordinating external partners, consultants, or vendors
  • Background in Product Operations, R&D Operations, PMO, or a similar cross-functional function

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model
  • Global, collaborative team across the US, EMEA, and Israel
  • Opportunity to lead high-visibility strategic initiatives
  • Professional learning and growth opportunities
  • Opportunity to introduce AI-enabled project planning and execution practices
  • Annual company-wide global offsite

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