SmithMicro Software, Inc.

The Situation

Smith Micro Software, Inc. is a leading developer and marketer of wireless and broadband communications, PC utility and diagnostic, and eCommerce software products and services.

Smith Micro's strategy is to broaden the company's product footprint and allow expansion into other high growth wireless connectivity and security sectors.

For this reason, Smith Micro Software Inc. has decided to expand their Program Management team and employ a Senior Program Manager for its Connectivity and Security business unit. This individual is to be located at the Smith Micro offices in Chicago, Illinois.

The Position

The Senior Program Manager will report directly to the lead executive of the Program Management team in the Connectivity and Security (CSG) business unit, the largest and most profitable of Smith Micro's P&L entities. This position is accountable for all product work plans for the CSG Tier 1 customers and master program plans for all customer engagements.

The Organization

Founded more than 20 years ago, Smith Micro Software, Inc. (www.smithmicro.com) is publicly traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol SMSI. Over that time, the company has grown into a leading diversified developer and marketer of wireless communication, eBusiness and utility software products and services.

Our client offers its products at both the consumer and at the OEM level to many of the world's leading companies.

Exceptional software products are the outcome of the integrated efforts of a very talented group of employees delivering excellent professional services to their customer base.

Headquartered in Southern Californian, Smith Micro maintains offices across the U.S. as well as in several countries internationally.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have an impressive track record within the telecommunications industry, with demonstrated program management and project management competence as to product development of software products for that industry.

Further, the abilities to effectively deploy that resource base across multiple programs in a cost-effective manner, and to pursue a continuous improvement approach to program management will provide this person with the opportunity to be successful in this role.

The Opportunity

This organization has displayed consistent growth and profitability, serving a rapidly growing global marketplace (wireless and mobile communications). Even in the current global economy, its short- and long-term prospects are exciting.

The Compensation

The successful candidate will enjoy a very competitive cash compensation package, comprised of both a base salary and annual incentive compensation plan. As well, he or she will be eligible to participate in the Company's Restricted Stock Program.

In addition, there is a comprehensive benefits program, including a very competitive healthcare plan, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.