Technical Program Manager

Summary

Join IOG's Midnight Tribe as a Technical Program Manager and contribute to the development of blockchain technology. You will lead and manage complex technical programs, ensuring seamless coordination and collaboration across teams. Responsibilities include developing program roadmaps, overseeing multiple programs, driving cross-functional collaboration, and implementing risk management strategies. You will need experience in technical program management, agile methodologies, and managing third-party vendors. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required. IOG offers competitive compensation, remote work, and various benefits.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a Technical Program Manager with a successful track record in overseeing and delivering on time and with quality, complex, geographically distributed, large-scale technical programs
• Deep understanding of agile methodologies, principles, and practices, with a demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in an agile environment
• Significant experience in coordinating and managing projects delivered by third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with program goals and standards
• Proficiency in utilizing advanced systems, tools, and techniques for measuring and optimizing program performance
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to report on program progress, escalate issues, and convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively
• A proactive approach to risk management, including the identification, assessment, and implementation of mitigation strategies
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to create and maintain comprehensive program documentation
• Proficiency in utilizing project management tools and agile and waterfall methodologies
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements
• Previous experience fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive program roadmaps, detailing timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Oversee and manage multiple, complex technical programs, including risk management, coordination of major releases, and engagement with third-party stakeholders
• Drive collaboration across agile, cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with ongoing and future development initiatives
• Partner with Product Owners, and senior engineering leads to align program objectives with overarching business goals and strategic priorities
• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration, particularly with Marketing and other critical departments, to incorporate their requirements into program planning and execution
• Develop and implement risk management strategies, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of potential program risks
• Utilize advanced systems, tools, and techniques to measure and optimize program performance, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with business objectives
• Proactively report on program progress, performance, and issues, providing timely escalations and strategic recommendations to senior management
• Establish and maintain comprehensive program documentation, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and alignment with best practices

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in agile software development environments; experience with blockchain projects is highly desirable

Benefits

• Remote work
• Laptop reimbursement
• New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Competitive PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Life Insurance