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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Program Manager - **Company:** UST Inc - **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $102,000.0 - $153,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Microsoft Project, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Release Management, Software Engineering, Smartsheet, Google Cloud, Backend, Information Technology, Data Management, Microservices - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18019770?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18019770%2FTechnical-Program-Manager-Washington-Redmond ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience managing software development programs or technical project delivery. * Strong understanding of software architecture, distributed systems, APIs, and cloud-based applications. * Hands-on experience managing programs involving: * Backend systems and microservices * Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) * Enterprise or large-scale software applications * Deep understanding of Agile / Scrum / SAFe methodologies. * Proven ability to manage cross-functional and client-facing programs. * Strong program management, execution discipline, and stakeholder communication skills. * Ability to drive risk management, technical triage, and data-driven decision-making. * Desired Skills: * Prior experience as a Software Engineer, Technical Lead, or Architect. * Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, release management, and production operations. * Experience working in client delivery or matrixed environments. * Familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar tools. * PMP, PgMP, SAFe, or Agile certifications (preferred but optional). * Qualification: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. * Equivalent industry experience will also be considered., Data Analysis, Product Management, Project Management, Production Support, Risk Management, Scrum, Stakeholder Management, Microsoft Project, Cloud Infrastructure ## Description UST is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (TPM) with strong software development program experience to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives across engineering, product, QA, DevOps, and client stakeholders. The opportunity: * Lead and execute cross-functional software development programs spanning engineering, product management, QA, DevOps, and operations teams. * Own program schedules, milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and executive-level reporting. * Translate business and product requirements into clear technical execution plans. * Drive program execution across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)-design, development, testing, deployment, and support. * Coordinate delivery across backend services, APIs, microservices, data platforms, and cloud-based systems. * Facilitate Agile program-level ceremonies including PI planning, release planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. * Identify and proactively mitigate technical, execution, and dependency risks. * Manage cross-team and cross-geo dependencies to ensure alignment and accountability. * Track and communicate program health using metrics related to schedule, quality, scope, and resource utilization. * Support client interactions, executive reviews, and stakeholder communications. * Drive change management, scope trade-offs, and prioritization decisions to meet delivery commitments. * Partner with engineering leadership to align on architecture, design decisions, and technical dependencies. This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. 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