Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 56,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognized for its consulting, digital services and software development. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organizations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a fully collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2023, the Group generated revenues of $8.5 billion. The world is how we shape it. For more information, visit us at www.soprasteria.com
Are you ready to take on the challenge with us?
Position Summary
As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Program Manager to join Sopra Steria's Aeroline Division. In this role, you will be embedded with one of our customer in the Aeronautic sector, working closely with global teams to deliver high-impact programs.
The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for driving execution, coordinating cross-functional and international teams, ensuring stakeholder alignment and managing budgets, This position requires a mix of strategic leadership, technical understanding, and strong customer engagement skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale Development, Infrastructure & Cloud programs.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between our customer and global delivery teams.
- Manage program scope, schedule, risks, and budgets, ensuring alignment with customer priorities.
- Coordinate cross-country teams (engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, application development) and ensure effective collaboration across time zones.
- Provide clear reporting and communication to stakeholders, including executives, technical leads, and customer representatives.
- Conduct regular on-site meetings in Waterloo (minimum 2 days/week) to drive alignment and support customer needs.
- Anticipate risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
- Support change management, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives within the program.
- Ensure compliance with relevant IT, cloud, and cybersecurity standards.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in program/project management with a focus on IT, Cybersecurity, Cloud, or Application Development projects.
- Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-country programs.
- Strong budget management and financial oversight experience.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity withaerospace/aviation or safety-critical environments is an asset.
- PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.
- Technical background in IT, Cloud, or Cybersecurity is a strong plus.
- Ability to work on-site in Waterloo, ON at least 2 days per week.
- English required / French is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary, variable pay opportunities, and annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive group benefits plan: life insurance, long-term disability, healthcare, dental, vision, and a health spending account to promote health and wellness (Sopra Steria covers 100% of premiums)
- Paid statutory holidays, sick days, personal days, as well as 3 weeks of vacation
- Monthly transportation allowance
- Hybrid work environment
- Company equipment to help you work efficiently
- A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
- Sopra Steria has been certified as a Great Place to Work
Join Sopra Steria Aeroline and be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of aerospace through digital innovation. If you are passionate about aerospace technology, and driving meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to embark on an exciting career journey with us.
We offer phenomenal career progression opportunities and benefits which you can flex to meet your needs. Excellent training and development opportunities, and the encouragement to develop your skills in a supportive and friendly environment.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
Sopra Steria is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. Our company works everyday to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
About Sopra Steria I2S
Hi there!
We’re glad you’ve found us. Hopefully you’ve arrived here because you’re curious about a career with us – and that’s great, because we love people who are curious, inquisitive, like to challenge the status quo, and above all, want to help shape the world for the better.
We’re a big company, with an even bigger heart. We might be big, but thanks to our culture - recognised in the Great Place to Work’s® UK's Best Workplaces™ rankings and in the first-ever UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing list - we’ve retained a small, friendly team approach. We’re one community, all determined to do the right thing by our clients, customers and colleagues.
It’s a fact that happy employees make successful businesses, and at Sopra Steria, you can expect a welcoming, inclusive culture that embraces individuality, encourages great thinkers and celebrates success.
A little about us...
Our business is, first and foremost, about people. And it always has been. The solutions we develop are driven by the connections they make and the problems they solve. Our services only matter if they work for people and if they serve a greater purpose. Known for our collaborative approach, we provide consulting and digital services, creating innovative solutions, at scale, to deliver sustainable growth and services that make life better.
Our work touches many lives in the UK. From helping the Government provide essential public and health services that offer more convenience and choice, to improving financial services to deliver fairer, customer-centric solutions. Our people feel proud to be part of a business whose services and solutions are crucial to the running and wellbeing of the UK. And, in turn, we’re proud to support our people to reach their full potential.
From the very beginning, we’ve been conscious how our business should play a wider role in society and make a positive impact. As we grow, we’re looking for talented and caring people to join us.
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 56,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognized for its consulting, digital services and software development. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organizations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a fully collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2023, the Group generated revenues of $8.5 billion. The world is how we shape it. For more information, visit us at www.soprasteria.com
Are you ready to take on the challenge with us?
Position Summary
As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Program Manager to join Sopra Steria's Aeroline Division. In this role, you will be embedded with one of our customer in the Aeronautic sector, working closely with global teams to deliver high-impact programs.
The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for driving execution, coordinating cross-functional and international teams, ensuring stakeholder alignment and managing budgets, This position requires a mix of strategic leadership, technical understanding, and strong customer engagement skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale Development, Infrastructure & Cloud programs.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between our customer and global delivery teams.
- Manage program scope, schedule, risks, and budgets, ensuring alignment with customer priorities.
- Coordinate cross-country teams (engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, application development) and ensure effective collaboration across time zones.
- Provide clear reporting and communication to stakeholders, including executives, technical leads, and customer representatives.
- Conduct regular on-site meetings in Waterloo (minimum 2 days/week) to drive alignment and support customer needs.
- Anticipate risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
- Support change management, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives within the program.
- Ensure compliance with relevant IT, cloud, and cybersecurity standards.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in program/project management with a focus on IT, Cybersecurity, Cloud, or Application Development projects.
- Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-country programs.
- Strong budget management and financial oversight experience.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Familiarity withaerospace/aviation or safety-critical environments is an asset.
- PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.
- Technical background in IT, Cloud, or Cybersecurity is a strong plus.
- Ability to work on-site in Waterloo, ON at least 2 days per week.
- English required / French is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary, variable pay opportunities, and annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive group benefits plan: life insurance, long-term disability, healthcare, dental, vision, and a health spending account to promote health and wellness (Sopra Steria covers 100% of premiums)
- Paid statutory holidays, sick days, personal days, as well as 3 weeks of vacation
- Monthly transportation allowance
- Hybrid work environment
- Company equipment to help you work efficiently
- A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
- Sopra Steria has been certified as a Great Place to Work
Join Sopra Steria Aeroline and be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of aerospace through digital innovation. If you are passionate about aerospace technology, and driving meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to embark on an exciting career journey with us.
We offer phenomenal career progression opportunities and benefits which you can flex to meet your needs. Excellent training and development opportunities, and the encouragement to develop your skills in a supportive and friendly environment.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
Sopra Steria is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. Our company works everyday to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
About Sopra Steria I2S
Hi there!
We’re glad you’ve found us. Hopefully you’ve arrived here because you’re curious about a career with us – and that’s great, because we love people who are curious, inquisitive, like to challenge the status quo, and above all, want to help shape the world for the better.
We’re a big company, with an even bigger heart. We might be big, but thanks to our culture - recognised in the Great Place to Work’s® UK's Best Workplaces™ rankings and in the first-ever UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing list - we’ve retained a small, friendly team approach. We’re one community, all determined to do the right thing by our clients, customers and colleagues.
It’s a fact that happy employees make successful businesses, and at Sopra Steria, you can expect a welcoming, inclusive culture that embraces individuality, encourages great thinkers and celebrates success.
A little about us...
Our business is, first and foremost, about people. And it always has been. The solutions we develop are driven by the connections they make and the problems they solve. Our services only matter if they work for people and if they serve a greater purpose. Known for our collaborative approach, we provide consulting and digital services, creating innovative solutions, at scale, to deliver sustainable growth and services that make life better.
Our work touches many lives in the UK. From helping the Government provide essential public and health services that offer more convenience and choice, to improving financial services to deliver fairer, customer-centric solutions. Our people feel proud to be part of a business whose services and solutions are crucial to the running and wellbeing of the UK. And, in turn, we’re proud to support our people to reach their full potential.
From the very beginning, we’ve been conscious how our business should play a wider role in society and make a positive impact. As we grow, we’re looking for talented and caring people to join us.