Principal Product Program Manager
About this role
A systems-thinker who translates ambitious company goals into a structured system view will thrive in this role at G-P. The engineering and product teams build a leading SaaS-based Global Employment Platform that allows clients to expand internationally without setting up local entities.
This person will manage complex concurrent programs, operationalize frameworks, and guide execution to ensure timely delivery as the company scales its artificial intelligence initiatives. The role exists to bridge high-level strategy with grounded execution, requiring someone who can navigate the unpredictability of AI development while integrating agentic tools into daily program architecture.
What you will do
- Manage multiple concurrent programs varying in size and complexity while maintaining objective oversight.
- Ensure every program aligns to a strict Program Playbook to deliver technical capabilities and realize targeted outcomes.
- Establish a consistent execution rhythm and rituals to force decision-making, remove blockers, and clarify ownership.
- Act as an information radiator by communicating delivery health, milestone tracking, and look-ahead risk analysis to leadership.
- Integrate artificial intelligence into program management workflows to automate RAID logs and synthesize status updates.
- Govern the inherent unpredictability of AI development by adapting traditional program management to account for experimentation.
- Maintain a centralized Work Surface in tools like Jira or Confluence as the ultimate hub for tracking initiative status and dependencies.
- Identify and overcome delivery roadblocks in a complex environment while escalating risks quickly.
What you need
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in SaaS product development, program management, and release management.
- Direct experience with AI-driven development lifecycles and utilizing AI or agentic workflows to optimize program management architectures.
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related technical field.
- Proven ability to earn trust quickly, mobilize teams, and set direction in highly ambiguous environments.
- Ability to deliver tough messages with grace, resolve conflict, and adapt to change rapidly.
- Experience and familiarity with industry-standard project management software such as Jira, Confluence, and Google Suite.
Nice to have
- Deep proficiency in the rapidly evolving AI landscape including LLMs, generative AI, and agentic frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to integrate advanced AI capabilities into practical, future-proof program management strategies
- Effective presenter, negotiator, and collaborator who communicates with clarity and precision at all levels
- Strategic mindset equally passionate about business outcomes and deep technology
Benefits
- Generous paid parental leave
- Flexible time off
- Spending accounts
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the remote work policy for this position?
The role is based in the United Kingdom and operates as a remote-first position within Northern Ireland.
What is the compensation range for this job?
The annual gross base salary range is £82,000 to £102,000 plus variable compensation, with final placement determined by objective market benchmarking data and candidate qualifications.
What tools and software will I be using?
The position involves maintaining a centralized Work Surface using industry-standard project management software such as Jira, Confluence, and Google Suite.
What are the core expectations regarding AI development?
The role demands a forward-thinking leader who actively leverages AI and agentic workflows in daily program architecture and successfully navigates the unpredictability of AI-driven development.