About the Opportunity

We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Senior Manager of Technical Programs to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical initiatives that support enterprise technology strategy and business growth. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing multiple cross-functional programs, driving technical execution, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring successful delivery of high-impact engineering and technology projects.

The Senior Manager of Technical Programs will partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, DevOps, Infrastructure, Security, Data Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Executive Leadership to align technical programs with business priorities. This role will establish program governance, optimize delivery processes, manage risks, and ensure engineering teams have the structure and support needed to execute effectively.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical program management expertise with exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Success in this role requires the ability to manage large-scale technical initiatives, influence cross-functional stakeholders, resolve complex dependencies, and deliver measurable business outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and governance of multiple enterprise technical programs.
• Develop program roadmaps aligned with organizational technology and business strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving Engineering, Product, Security, Infrastructure, Data, and Operations teams.
• Establish program governance frameworks, delivery standards, and reporting processes.
• Manage program scope, timelines, budgets, resources, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and business risks impacting program success.
• Drive Agile, Scrum, SAFe, and hybrid program management methodologies where appropriate.
• Monitor program performance through KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting.
• Facilitate executive steering committee meetings and provide regular status updates.
• Partner with Engineering leadership to improve development processes, release planning, and delivery predictability.
• Collaborate with Product Management to prioritize strategic initiatives and roadmap execution.
• Oversee change management, resource planning, and organizational readiness activities.
• Manage vendor relationships, third-party technology partners, and external program dependencies.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across technical program management practices.
• Mentor Technical Program Managers and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Technical Program Management, Engineering Program Management, or Technology Project Leadership.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading complex cross-functional technical programs.
• Proven experience managing enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and modern software development methodologies.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, and software delivery best practices.
• Experience with project and program management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional leadership, analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Strategic and results-oriented leadership.
• Strong technical and business acumen.
• Exceptional organizational and planning capabilities.
• Outstanding communication and executive presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead through influence across distributed teams.
• High level of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
• Adaptability within rapidly evolving technology environments.
• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Strategic Support

The Senior Manager of Technical Programs serves as a strategic leader responsible for ensuring complex technology initiatives are delivered efficiently, predictably, and in alignment with organizational priorities. This role collaborates with Executive Leadership, Engineering, Product, Security, Infrastructure, and Operations to improve execution, accelerate innovation, and strengthen technology delivery capabilities.

Through program governance, cross-functional coordination, process optimization, risk management, and operational excellence, this position directly contributes to product quality, engineering productivity, customer satisfaction, and long-term business growth.

Working Conditions

• Fully Remote position within the United States.
• Executive-level remote work environment supporting globally distributed technology teams.
• Flexible schedule supporting multiple time zones and program milestones.
• Frequent virtual collaboration with engineering leaders, product teams, executive stakeholders, and external partners.
• Occasional domestic and international travel for strategic planning, leadership meetings, conferences, and company events.
• Company-provided technology, collaboration platforms, and professional development resources.

Job Function

The Senior Manager of Technical Programs is responsible for leading enterprise technical programs, managing strategic technology initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration, overseeing program governance, optimizing delivery processes, and ensuring successful execution of complex engineering and technology projects.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Package: $260,000 – $380,000 annually, based on technical program management experience, leadership expertise, organizational complexity, industry background, and overall qualifications.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Annual performance bonus
• Long-term incentive opportunities, including equity eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
• Executive-level paid time off and company holidays
• Paid parental and family leave
• Home office and remote work reimbursement
• Professional development and technical certification sponsorship
• Executive leadership coaching and management training
• Conference attendance and continuing education support
• Employee wellness and mental health resources
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible remote work environment
• Significant career advancement opportunities within a high-growth technology organization

Why Join Us

Join an organization where technical innovation, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration drive meaningful business outcomes. As the Senior Manager of Technical Programs, you will lead high-impact initiatives, shape enterprise technology execution, and work alongside exceptional engineering and product leaders to deliver solutions that create lasting value.

This is an opportunity to influence technology strategy, improve organizational delivery capabilities, mentor talented professionals, and play a key leadership role in building the future of a rapidly growing, remote-first organization.