Technical Program Manager

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled Technical Manager with strong expertise in Scrum methodology to lead our engineering teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical background, proven leadership skills, and the ability to manage and guide development teams through the entire software development lifecycle. This role requires a balance of technical knowledge, project management, and Agile coaching to ensure successful project delivery and continuous improvement of team processes.

Role & responsibilities

Technical Leadership:

❖ Lead and manage a team of software engineers, ensuring alignment with technical and business objectives.

❖ Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the development team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

❖ Oversee the design, architecture, and implementation of complex software systems.

❖ Collaborate with other technical leaders to define and maintain development standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.

Scrum Master Responsibilities:

❖ Act as Scrum Master for one or more development teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives).

❖ Guide and coach the team on Agile/Scrum practices, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles and fostering a collaborative team environment.

❖ Work closely with Product Owners to manage and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring that the team is focused on delivering the highest value features.

❖ Identify, track, and resolve impediments that may affect the team's progress, helping to remove obstacles and ensure smooth workflow.

Project Management:

❖ Plan, coordinate, and manage software development projects from inception to delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

❖ Develop project timelines, resource plans, and risk management strategies, keeping stakeholders informed of project status and any potential issues.

❖ Serve as the primary point of contact between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent communication regarding project goals, timelines, and progress

❖ Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., QA, DevOps, Product Management) to ensure seamless integration and delivery of software solutions.

❖ Continuously monitor and improve development processes, implementing best practices for software delivery, quality assurance, and team productivity.

❖ Ensure that technical decisions are aligned with business objectives and that stakeholder requirements are met throughout the development process

Preferred candidate profile

8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 4 years in a technical leadership or management role.

❖ Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach, with a deep understanding of Agile principles and methodologies.

❖ Strong background in managing and delivering complex software projects in a fast-paced environment.

❖ Experience in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across different departments.

Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, etc.). ❖ Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices. ❖ Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and cloud platforms.

Soft Skills:

❖ Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a focus on developing and motivating team members.

❖ Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.

❖ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

❖ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.