Project Manager (PJM) – Open Source Software & Upstream Enablement - Remote

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In short

Qualcomm seeks a remote Project Manager (PJM) to lead open source software initiatives, focusing on Linux Kernel, Zephyr, and testing infrastructure. The role involves managing complex portfolios, driving execution through Jira, and collaborating with engineering teams and executive leadership to ensure strategic objectives are met with transparency and predictability.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of open source initiatives including Linux Kernel Upstreaming, Open Boot, Zephyr RTOS, Linux Distributions (Yocto, Debian, Fedora), Testing & Validation Infrastructure, and LAVA/KernelCI enablement.
Define and maintain program roadmaps aligned with OSTT strategic objectives.
Facilitate prioritization of initiatives, backlog management, and quarterly planning cycles.
Coordinate execution across multiple SoCs, product teams, and technology groups.
Drive end-to-end project execution from planning through delivery.
Establish and maintain project plans, milestones, dependencies, and success criteria.
Monitor program health through meaningful KPIs and actionable metrics.
Identify execution risks, bottlenecks, and resource constraints, driving timely mitigation plans.
Ensure accountability and follow-through on commitments across stakeholders.
Own governance of Jira-based planning and execution processes.
Maintain high-quality project data enabling accurate reporting and decision-making.
Drive backlog structuring, refinement, prioritization, and execution tracking.
Establish traceability between engineering work, deliverables, and strategic objectives.
Ensure consistent project hygiene and reporting discipline across the organization.
Prepare regular executive-level status updates and business reviews.
Develop concise summaries of program progress, accomplishments, risks, and required decisions.
Translate technical topics into business-relevant insights.
Deliver dashboards, reports, metrics, and presentations for senior management audiences.
Facilitate leadership reviews and steering committee discussions.
Partner closely with engineering leaders, technical leads, architects, and program managers.
Coordinate activities across geographically distributed teams.
Facilitate alignment between business priorities and engineering execution.
Lead structured discussions focused on progress, stalls, dependencies, and mitigation actions.
Build trusted relationships across internal organizations and external partners.
Support programs interacting with upstream open source communities.
Understand upstream development lifecycles, release planning, and community processes.
Help teams navigate submission timelines, review cycles, and community expectations.
Facilitate collaboration between Qualcomm engineering teams and open source stakeholders.
Continuously improve project management practices, tooling, reporting, and governance.
Introduce scalable methodologies for managing large engineering portfolios.
Promote automation, AI-assisted workflows, and operational efficiencies.
Drive adoption of best practices across OSTT programs.

Requirements

Strong project and program management experience in complex engineering environments.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent programs with competing priorities.
Expertise in planning, scheduling, risk management, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication.
Ability to work effectively with highly technical engineering teams.
Familiarity with software development lifecycles and modern development workflows.
Understanding of open source software development models.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, directors, executives, and external partners.
Strong presentation and executive reporting capabilities.
Influential leader without direct authority.
Strong facilitation and conflict-resolution skills.
Capable of driving consensus across diverse organizations and cultures.
Agile servant leader.
Experience with Jira, Confluence, Microsoft 365, PowerPoint, Excel / Reporting systems, GitHub and collaborative development platforms.
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of project management or related work experience; OR Associate's degree and 7+ years of project management or related work experience; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9+ years of project management or related work experience.
Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master’s = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience.

Desired Qualifications

Exposure to Linux-based platforms, embedded software, or systems engineering is highly desirable.
AI-assisted productivity tools (Copilot, Claude, etc.) is a plus.
8+ years of project or program management experience.
Experience in semiconductor, embedded software, Linux, Android, automotive, IoT, or open source ecosystems.
Exposure to Linux kernel development, upstream contribution workflows, or open source governance.
Experience leading geographically distributed teams.
Experience supporting executive reviews and organizational planning.
Comfortable operating in highly technical environments without necessarily being an engineer.
Passionate about open source and large-scale collaboration.
Data-driven and execution-focused.
Able to transform ambiguity into structured plans.
Skilled at aligning stakeholders across organizational boundaries.
Trusted by both engineers and executives.
Relentless about execution, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualcomm is committed to providing accessible processes for individuals with disabilities.
Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

JiraConfluenceMicrosoft 365PowerPointExcelGitHubLinux KernelZephyrYoctoDebianFedoraLAVAKernelCIAgile

#Project Management#Open Source#Software Development#Linux#Embedded Systems#Testing#Jira#Agile

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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

2 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

Remote

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

France

Qualification

Bachelor, Diploma, No Formal Education

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