Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Business Strategy, Business Transformation, Certified ScrumMaster, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Sprint Planning, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Writing Skills
Introduction
Product development IT is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Technical Program Manager to lead the execution of complex, multi-workstream enterprise platform implementations and business transformation initiatives. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution. You will partner with cross-functional development teams, IT leadership, and external vendors to translate long-term objectives into actionable roadmaps, optimize development workflows, and drive predictable, high-quality delivery.
Required Skills & Qualifications (Must-have qualifications that candidates must meet to be considered)
- 10 years of experience in IT; 5 years in Program Management
- 5 years of experience as a Technical Program Manager or delivery lead role in product development
- Proven experience guiding execution using Agile, Scrum, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environments
- Outstanding ability to identify, map, and manage highly complex technical and operational dependencies
- Strong capability to analyze program metrics and present data-driven insights
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with experience managing third-party technology vendors
- Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry
Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2
Preferred Skills & Qualifications (Nice-to-have skills but are not required)
- Technical background (e.g., BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience)
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)
- Deep hands-on experience utilizing Jira for backlog grooming, sprint planning, dependency mapping, workflow customization, and executive reporting
Day-to-Day Responsibilities (key tasks and expectations for the role)
- Translate long-term business objectives into an actionable technology strategy and a structured implementation roadmap
- Spearhead quarterly and Program Increment (PI) planning processes
- Design and execute comprehensive integration plans across complex, multi-workstream enterprise platform implementations
- Proactively map and track cross-functional dependencies across deliverables
- Establish, monitor, and continuously optimize streamlined development processes
- Ensure all project and program objectives, deliverables, and results are successfully completed
- Effectively communicate program health, milestones, and status updates to diverse stakeholders
- Provide accurate, insightful analysis and reporting
- Foster strong collaboration with IT teams, IT leadership, and external technology vendors
For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.