Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer/data science, electronic/electrical engineering or equivalent
• 10+ years of proven experience managing complex technical projects
• Proven ability to partner with, influence and drive collaboration amongst cross-function and cross-regional teams
• Strong leadership, organization, communication (verbal, written, presentation), and problem-solving skills
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, simple language
• Ability to balance technical details with strategic thinking
• Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
• Experienced in New Product Introduction (NPI) hardware development cycles
• Be comfortable in an environment of ambiguity, where decisions need to be made quickly with limited or partial information
• 5+ years of successful demonstrated leadership experience managing a team(s)
• Curiosity and Attention to Detail

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of product development, from concept to delivery
• Create, implement, and maintain cross-functional program and project schedules, Project charters, Decision logs, Status documents and any other tools/techniques/processes to help drive programs forward
• Drive effective meetings and developing relevant project-specific documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Engineering, Business Development, Sales, Product Marketing and Sales
• Lead cross-functional teams by emphasizing shared goals that are aligned with business priorities
• Drive sticky decisions with stakeholder buy-in, clear documentation, and thorough assessment of factors that impact critical decisions
• Apply knowledge of relevant technologies and methodologies to guide project execution
• Identify opportunities to actively reduce technical and schedule risk using critical thinking and collaborative problem solving to implement reasonable mitigations
• Navigate ambiguity to move project forward
• Prioritize and present detailed trade-offs within project teams and to executive leadership
• Identify and mitigate risks related to project timelines, resources, and technical challenges
• Strategically optimize workflow to balance resources, bring focus, and achieve business objectives
• Manage project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and track progress
• Facilitate clear communication among team members, ensuring alignment on project goals
• Ensure that deliverables meet quality standards and technical requirements
• Continuously improve project management processes and workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with product development and innovation
• Knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies
• Certification in project management