Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of defence and security, aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.
In Romania, we are advancing innovation through software engineering, research and development, delivering solutions in key markets in which Thales Group operates. Our engineers design, develop and integrate solutions that impact global industries – from fully operational systems and subsystems for naval warfare and maritime security operations, to air traffic management systems, satellite-based solutions, tactical indoor simulations, identity and biometric technologies and more.
About us: Thales Cybersecurity & Digital Identity (CDI) is a global leader in digital security, bringing trust to an increasingly connected world. We design and deliver a wide range of products, software and services based on two core technologies: digital identification and data protection.
As part of an increase in activity within the Identity & Biometric Solutions (IBS) Business Line, we are looking for a Project Manager (PM). You will manage the delivery of the customer’s solutions and services in accordance with predefined time, quality and cost criteria and as per contract. Moreover, you will identify the customer’s needs and support the pre-sales activity for the existing and new customers.
Main activities:
Act as the primary interface for the customer.
Plan, execute and monitor implementation activities to meet project schedule, quality and cost objectives, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Define and drive project strategy and objectives in alignment with the IBS strategy.
Lead and manage cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams, including Work Package Managers, Manufacturing teams and Project Engineers.
Ensure achievement of contractual milestones and key events.
Manage project risks, financial and contractual contingencies, and provide both internal and external reporting
Candidate profile:
Must-have skills:
Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering software development projects end-to-end (planning, execution, monitoring, delivery).
Experience managing projects that include both software and hardware components.
Strong knowledge of project management practices: scheduling, budgeting, financial tracking, risk management, and stakeholder management.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrix organization and aligning multiple stakeholders toward shared objectives.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and drive project teams while managing priorities, resources, and constraints.
Strong stakeholder management and customer focus, with business acumen and contract awareness.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project (MSP) and working knowledge of Jira, SharePoint, and Oracle.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with ability to operate in complex and dynamic environments.
Nice-to-have skills:
Experience in the biometric solutions / identity management domain.
Familiarity with biometric technologies or security-related systems.
Why join our team:
End-to-end ownership of complex, contract-driven delivery projects in digital identity and biometric solutions, with full accountability for scope, time, cost, and quality.
Direct exposure to government and enterprise clients in high-security environments, ensuring solutions are aligned with critical customer needs and regulatory constraints.
Involvement across both delivery and pre-sales phases within Thales, influencing solution design early and managing long-term strategic programs across Europe (including regular client travel).
At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering software development projects end-to-end (planning, execution, monitoring, delivery).
- Experience managing projects that include both software and hardware components.
- Strong knowledge of project management practices: scheduling, budgeting, financial tracking, risk management, and stakeholder management.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrix organization and aligning multiple stakeholders toward shared objectives.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and drive project teams while managing priorities, resources, and constraints.
- Strong stakeholder management and customer focus, with business acumen and contract awareness.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project (MSP).
- Working knowledge of Jira, SharePoint, and Oracle.
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with ability to operate in complex and dynamic environments.
- Experience in the biometric solutions / identity management domain.
- Familiarity with biometric technologies or security-related systems.
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
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What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
