IT Project Manager

Company Description

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. 

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. 

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

About the Role

Western Digital is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of complex technology initiatives across IT Infrastructure, InfoSec and Engineering IT organizations. In this role, you will partner closely with IT leaders, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

You will lead cross-functional projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timely execution within budget, and stakeholder satisfaction. Drive project governance, risk management, and continuous improvement across WD initiatives. Teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of IT projects, from initiation through closure, using established project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, success criteria, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and status reports, and budget oversight.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including internal IT resources and external vendors or system integrators.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate as appropriate.
• Facilitate project governance activities, including steering committee updates and executive communications.
• Ensure alignment with IT architecture standards, security requirements, and compliance policies.
• Drive change management and adoption planning to support successful implementation.
• Track and report on project performance, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Continuously improve project management practices, tools, and processes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience managing IT projects in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale technology initiatives (e.g., infrastructure, applications, ERP, cloud, data, or cybersecurity).
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps concepts.
• Experience with project management tools (Jira, MS Project, ServiceNow PPM)
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong technical acumen across cloud, infrastructure, applications, or data systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, or equivalent).
• Experience working in global or distributed team environments.
• Experience in manufacturing, semiconductor, or technology companies.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget tracking and vendor management.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution focus
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence without authority
• Data-driven decision making
• Collaborative and customer-centric mindset

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any ap