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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Program Manager - **Company:** Horizontal Talent - **Location:** Coppell, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Confluence, JIRA, BigQuery, RAID, Information Technology Operations, Machine Learning, Smartsheet, Google Cloud, Data Delivery, Looker Analytics - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9fe08d46-3585-4d17-8878-cfbf886ccc03 ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience in technical program management supporting complex technology initiatives. * Background in large-scale cloud or infrastructure modernization programs, ideally with data, AI/ML, or infrastructure workstreams. * Strong understanding of infrastructure operations, platform provisioning, and IT operations delivery. * Experience leading cross-functional programs with multiple teams and vendor partners. * Proven ability to manage RAID processes, governance frameworks, and executive reporting. * Experience with budget tracking, forecasting, and resource planning in a program environment. * Excellent stakeholder management and facilitation skills, with confidence working with senior leaders. * Hands-on experience with agile delivery practices across multiple teams. * Proficiency with program management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar platforms. * Ability to work effectively in a structured, fast-moving environment with attention to detail and accountability. Preferred Skills * Experience with Google Cloud Platform services such as BigQuery, Looker, Spanner, Kong AI Gateway, or related frameworks. * Familiarity with machine learning pipeline delivery and business intelligence modernization programs. * PMP, PgMP, or similar program management certification. * Experience in a managed services or MSP-driven delivery model. * Comfort using AI tools such as Claude or equivalent platforms to support productivity and program execution. Horizontal is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and value the perspectives that help create stronger teams and better outcomes. ## Description We're looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager to support a large-scale cloud modernization initiative focused on data delivery, AI/ML insights, and cross-program coordination. This onsite contract role in California offers the opportunity to lead complex program execution, strengthen governance, and partner with cross-functional teams to keep delivery moving forward. Responsibilities * Lead end-to-end program management for a specific workstream within a large cloud modernization program. * Own program health reporting, including status updates, KPI scorecards, RAID summaries, and dependency tracking. * Prepare executive-ready materials such as steering committee decks and monthly sponsor summaries. * Track scope, schedule, quality, and resource status, and escalate risks or variances in a timely manner. * Maintain program baselines and keep documentation current as priorities and plans evolve. * Monitor budget actuals, forecasts, and resource planning in coordination with internal stakeholders. * Support cross-program coordination by managing dependencies, escalation paths, and governance routines. * Drive planning cadences, milestone reviews, sprint and release planning, and quarterly planning activities. * Maintain risk, issue, assumption, and decision logs with clear owners, timelines, and follow-up actions. * Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to improve delivery quality and remove impediments. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [Making Data Warehouses fast. 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