Position: VMware Beta Program Manager

Contact: Palo Alto, CA

Company:

Virtualization is that coveted, fast-growing industry that provides the platform for professional growth and the excitement of being an early stage innovator. VMware (NYSE: VMW) is the global leader in virtualization solutions from the desktop to the data center. Customers of all sizes rely on VMware to reduce capital and operating expenses, ensure business continuity, strengthen security and go green. With 2008 revenues of $1.9 billion, more than 130,000 customers, nearly 22,000 partners, and 6,600 employees working in 40 countries, VMware is one of the fastest-growing public software companies.

Responsibilities:

The Beta Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of successful beta programs across VMware’s product line. This individual has ultimate responsibility for the success of VMware’s beta programs, from developing strategies that result in active customer beta participation to building and managing internal processes and technologies that will support better beta programs. The position involves extensive customer contact, touches multiple functional units across the company, and has considerable impact and influence on VMware’s product strategy. The position reports into the Senior Beta Manager.

Requirements:

At least 5-6 years of program management experience at an enterprise software company, preferably one with large beta programs
Prior experience in customer facing roles in sales or marketing preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a pre-requisite
Must be able to work across multiple functional groups and demonstrate an aptitude for building scalable and effective processes
Must be able to demonstrate both a passion for product development and a strong aptitude for business strategy

Contact:

Send resume to hcharnaw AT vmware DOT com

hayley charnaw
sr. recruiter
650.427.2130
hcharnaw AT vmware DOT com
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