R&D Operations & Planning Lead

Location:

Las Vegas, NV, US, 89113

Requisition ID: 18642

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Overview

The R&D Operations & Planning Lead is a pivotal role within the Advantage Core Team, responsible for driving operational excellence, planning, and execution across Global R&D initiatives. This leader will oversee the Software Implementation Managers (SPMs/SIMs), ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, process discipline, and delivery quality for Advantage product lines.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight
• Lead and mentor a team of Software Implementation Managers (SPMs/SIMs), providing guidance, support, and professional development.
• Ensure consistent execution of R&D processes, sprint ceremonies, and project management best practices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for program managers, product managers, and other stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and issues.
• Escalate deviations, risks, and resource constraints, ensuring timely resolution and explicit decision-making.
• Reports to the Office of CTO, Process & Efficiency Lead, and R&D Engineering Leads.
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Operational Planning
• Own R&D planning and coordination, including capacity planning, resource allocation, and financial management (budgeting, forecasting, and tracking actuals against plans).
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and forecasts in collaboration with program managers and product management.
• Monitor and report on agreed R&D KPIs, driving accountability for delivery and quality.

Process & Tools
• Champion unified processes and tools (e.g., Jira, PPM, MS Project), ensuring efficient workflow and accurate tracking of tasks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Oversee the adoption and optimization of project management platforms and interfaces (e.g., Jira Plans)
• Ensure process compliance and facilitate process improvements, with a focus on execution efficiency and operational scalability.

Requirements

• Proven experience in R&D operations, project management, or software implementation leadership.
• Strong understanding of agile and hybrid agile management methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, PPM, MS Project) and capacity planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams in parallel, balancing strategic and operational priorities.

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership

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At IGT, we believe compensation should reflect you—your unique background, skills, experience, and even where you work. That’s why our starting compensation range is $106,250 to $250,500 USD, with room to go higher or lower depending on the full picture. We also follow all local pay laws and collective bargaining agreements, so everything’s above board.

But wait—there’s more! Base pay is just the beginning. Our Total Rewards program is packed with perks:

Sales roles? You might earn commissions.
Other roles? You could snag discretionary bonuses.
Benefits galore: Health, dental, vision, life, accident & disability insurance.
Tuition reimbursement to keep your brain buzzing.
Paid time off to recharge.
Wellness programs to keep you feeling great.
Identity theft insurance for peace of mind.
401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions to help you plan for the future.

Note: Some programs have eligibility requirements—but we’ll help you navigate those.