Senior Technical Project Manager, Global Engineering

We're pioneers in our field and relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Aristocrat is an ideas company at heart, which means innovation is embedded into every aspect of our business. Whether we're designing sleek new cabinets, premium game content or award-winning systems, we apply fresh thinking and creativity to deliver the world's greatest gaming experience, every day. With cool new titles, such as Game of Thrones TM, Sons of Anarchy and Lightning Link along with our awardwinning app Heart of Vegas, we're continually pushing the bar of creativity.
We are looking for a highly motivated and seasoned Senior Technical Project Manager to join our innovative team and lead the development of our next generation of products. In this vital role, you will utilize your extensive technical knowledge and proven project management skills to guide cross-functional teams from initial concept through to successful product launch.
As a Senior Technical Project Manager, you will lead complex technical product development projects from start to finish. This role requires you to wear many hats, acting as a strategist, communicator, and problem-solver to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This crucial position involves collaborating closely with global and regional commercial portfolio management, governance, Aristocrat Gaming regulatory and QA teams, internal product development teams, program management, and external vendors/suppliers. You will also provide comprehensive reporting across Aristocrat Gaming on hardware project management, ensuring that all timelines and budgets are adhered to and delivering top-quality products that exceed expectations.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, etc.) to define product requirements, translate technical concepts into actionable plans, and manage the entire new product development lifecycle.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies, ensuring efficient and effective resource utilization.

• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, manage interdependencies effectively, and implement solutions to maintain project momentum and on-time delivery.

• Oversee all aspects of the development process, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, quality standards, and best practices.

• Facilitate clear communication and collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Track project progress, analyze data, and provide regular status reports to key stakeholders.

• Track project metrics and leverage data analysis to identify areas for improvement in future development cycles.

• Foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment, motivating and coaching team members to achieve established project goals and objectives.

• Program Procurement Management

• Plan product submissions for field trials, regulatory approvals, in conjunction with Compliance, Submission and Product Management teams ensuring identification of target markets and scheduled rollout milestones are met.

• Ensuring relevant standards, process and regulations are upheld.

• Developing strong relationships with team members, vendors, and partners

• Solid leadership and emotional intelligence skills, with demonstrated ability to engage others, influence organisational culture, and provide direction.

• A lateral thinker with an ability to manage a multitude of complex tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

• Multitask within a fast-paced development environment and quickly identify issues, collaborate, and manage solutions in support of product development plans, rollout plans and delivery goals.

• Remain flexible and receptive to feedback in approach to goal achievement.

• Stay up to date on the latest industry trends and technologies relevant to the new product development and project management.

• Assist the VP PMO, Global Engineering with Developing and implementing strategy for the program team.

• Champion ownership of all other duties assigned or emergent in support of engineering excellence across the product portfolio and all commercial goals.

What We're Looking For

• 8-10 years of successful technical project management experience, preferably in new product development and regulated industries (Gaming or similar).

• PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.

• Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget.

• Proficient in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).

• Experience managing product approval through global regulatory frameworks.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills, capable of building trust and fostering collaboration.

• Excellent relationship development and management skills.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication abilities.

• Effective team and stakeholder management skills.

• Exceptional problem-solving and issue resolution capabilities.

• Proactive risk assessment and mitigation skills.

• Customer-focused with strong cross-collaborative team support.

• Experience managing roles and responsibilities across multiple projects and teams.

• Stakeholder management expertise.

• Quick learner of new tools and technologies.

• Ability to align with and communicate organizational goals.

• Highly self-motivated and team-oriented.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, MS Project, MS Project Server, MS Teams, ERP Systems, SharePoint, Power BI, and similar tools.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel ExpectationsUp to 25%

Pay Range$144,511 - $268,378 per year

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.