Nvidia and Cloud Sr. Project Manager

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC 

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - Marc Hamilton, VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA 

DDN is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence. 

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management. 

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage. 

As a DDN Nvidia & Public Cloud Sr. Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and driving the success of complex projects integrating DDN’s data infrastructure solutions with Nvidia and with leading public cloud providers. Your role is critical in managing the intricate collaborations between DDN, Nvidia, and cloud partners, ensuring that project milestones, deliverables, and strategic objectives are met with precision. You will work cross-functionally with teams from DDN, Nvidia, and public cloud providers, including engineering, product, sales, and delivery teams, to manage timelines and deliver world-class AI and cloud-enabled outcomes to our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management & Execution:

• Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of complex, high-impact projects integrating DDN’s solutions with Nvidia’s AI platforms and public cloud environments.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to ensure alignment with the strategic goals of DDN, Nvidia, and cloud providers.
• Coordinate technical reviews, status updates, and project milestones between DDN, Nvidia, and cloud stakeholders to maintain momentum and alignment.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the central point of contact across DDN, Nvidia, and cloud providers, ensuring streamlined communication and alignment on objectives and deliverables.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and marketing, to execute a cohesive project strategy.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Nvidia and cloud provider stakeholders to facilitate seamless integration of DDN’s solutions with their platforms.

Risk Management & Issue Resolution:

• Proactively identify potential risks, challenges, or bottlenecks in project execution, creating and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Drive issue resolution by coordinating with leadership and technical teams across companies to address and overcome obstacles effectively.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain detailed project documentation, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and progress reports, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Regularly communicate project status and updates to DDN leadership, Nvidia, and cloud stakeholders to maintain alignment and trust.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory, contractual, and technical requirements, documenting compliance at each project phase.

Process Optimization:

• Continuously assess project management processes and workflows, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and cross-organizational collaboration.
• Leverage industry best practices and insights to improve the effectiveness of future project initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Extensive experience managing projects with large technology companies
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong project management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello).
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-tech environment with a proactive and results-oriented approach to problem-solving.

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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