Job Description
About the Role
Digital Energy Software, within the Sustainability & Software (S&S) Division, is on an ambitious growth trajectory, targeting more than €1B in revenue by 2030. To support this growth, we are driving multiple strategic transformations to strengthen our position as a leading software player in the energy management industry.
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the development and execution of a strategic Software Ecosystem Enablement Program, designed to accelerate adoption of our platforms by system integrators, developers, customers, and operators worldwide.
This role is highly cross-functional and global in nature, requiring strong leadership, stakeholder management, and program execution skills. You will work closely with Product, Engineering, Business Leaders, and external partners to deliver a unified ecosystem experience that enables users to discover, build, learn, connect, and grow on our software platforms.
Program Overview
The Software Ecosystem Transformation Program focuses on building a comprehensive enablement environment that includes:
Software Marketplace
A centralized marketplace where customers and system integrators can:
Discover certified applications and integrations
Get access to software solutions and extensions
Deploy ecosystem offerings seamlessly on our platforms
Developer & Technical Enablement Hub
A comprehensive technical portal providing:
APIs and SDKs
Developer documentation
Reference architectures
Sandbox environments
Integration guidelines and tools
Learning & Certification Platform
A scalable training environment offering:
Structured learning paths
Technical certifications
Hands-on training experiences
Role-based curricula for integrators, developers, and operators
Community Platform
A vibrant peer-to-peer ecosystem enabling:
Knowledge sharing
Technical discussions
Best-practice exchange
Problem-solving among partners, developers, and operators
Additional Ecosystem Services
Support the exploration and implementation of additional capabilities that strengthen ecosystem adoption and partner engagement.
Key Responsibilities
As Program Manager, you will be accountable for ensuring successful delivery and adoption of the Software Ecosystem program.
Program Leadership & Execution
Partner closely with the Ecosystem Product Leader to execute the roadmap in alignment with business strategy and priorities.
Drive program execution across multiple teams and stakeholders while maintaining focus on business outcomes.
Build and maintain program plans, milestones, dependencies, and governance mechanisms.
Support the League Leader in establishing and managing program budgets aligned with strategic objectives.
Ensure successful delivery of commitments while balancing scope, schedule, quality, and value realization.
Stakeholder Management
Engage and align business, product, engineering, and external stakeholders around the program vision.
Facilitate decision-making and ensure stakeholder participation in key program events and governance forums.
Build strong relationships across a global organization to drive collaboration and execution.
Communicate progress, risks, and achievements to leadership and stakeholders at all levels.
Dependency & Risk Management
Identify, manage, and track cross-team dependencies and critical path activities.
Proactively escalate impediments and facilitate resolution of complex issues.
Anticipate and mitigate risks that may impact delivery, quality, or adoption.
Provide recommendations regarding resource allocation and prioritization to address bottlenecks.
Agile Program Management
Maintain visibility over key milestones, deliveries, dependencies, and strategic initiatives beyond individual iterations and Program Increments.
Track program performance using relevant metrics and reporting mechanisms.
Support and facilitate PI Planning and other Agile Release Train (ART) ceremonies when applicable.
Ensure teams are positioned to meet internal and external commitments.
Continuous Improvement & Coaching
Foster a culture of continuous improvement through Inspect & Adapt practices.
Coach teams and leaders on Agile principles, collaboration models, and delivery excellence.
Promote transparency, accountability, and servant leadership across the program.
Drive improvements in governance, planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.
Qualifications & Experience
Required Experience
8+ years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, or Transformation leadership roles.
Proven track record leading large-scale, complex software or digital transformation programs.
Experience managing global and cross-functional teams across multiple geographies.
Strong experience working in Agile environments and scaling Agile practices across organizations.
Experience leading projects involving software platforms, developer ecosystems, marketplaces, or digital enablement solutions.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally when required.
Skills & Competencies
Leadership
Strong leadership presence with the ability to align and motivate multiple teams toward a shared vision.
Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.
Strong ownership mindset and execution focus.
Program Management
Expert in managing complex progra