Technical Program Manager

Overview:

One of our clients is hiring for a Technical Program Manager in the Seattle or DFW area to drive a large-scale technology transformation project, overseeing coordination across multiple engineering teams and diverse stakeholder groups. This role involves collaborating with digital product managers, engineers, UX designers, and external partners to deliver innovative retail solutions and efficient internal platforms on established eCommerce platforms.

The Technical Program Manager will manage project timelines, establish cross-functional workflows, and communicate progress to the brand's leadership. This position is ideal for a highly organized individual who thrives on managing complex projects, removing bottlenecks, and has an interest in both program and digital product management.

Hourly pay range: $65 - $78/hr, paid weekly, benefits eligible (health, 401K)

Duration: 1+ years

Type: Hybrid 3 days per week (must live locally already, no relo)

Technical Program Manager Duties:

• Project Management: Develop detailed project schedules, including Gantt charts, to coordinate tasks and manage dependencies. Ensure timely communication with cross-functional teams and report on project status to senior leadership.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Establish processes for collaboration among product managers, UX designers, engineers, and external contractors, aligning efforts across teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
• External Coordination: Manage relationships with external partners, such as contractors, to facilitate seamless integration and adherence to project timelines.
• Product Management Support: Dedicate approximately 30-40% of time to product management tasks, including prioritization and roadmapping, defining product requirements, writing user stories, and working alongside engineering teams on implementation and testing.
• Bottleneck Resolution: Actively identify and resolve obstacles that impact project flow, balancing competing priorities to keep the project on track.

Technical Program Manager Requirements:

• Experience: 5+ years in program/project management with a proven record of managing complex, cross-functional technical projects from start to finish.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Skills: Proficient in Agile methodologies and software (e.g., Jira), project planning with multiple dependencies, and balancing competing priorities. Strong familiarity with enterprise eCommerce platforms.
• Product Management: Experience with prioritization, customer-focused product development, and data-driven decision-making.
• Analytical Tools: Experience with tools like QuickSight, Tableau, QlikView, and SQL querying in platforms like AWS Athena is preferred.

Technical Program Manager Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional Product Management Experience: 5+ years of product management experience in eCommerce/retail tech.
• Technical Aptitude: Experience building and driving adoption of new tools, and evaluating "Build vs. Partner" decisions.

There is no deadline to apply.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.