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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Technical Program Manager - **Company:** PwC - **Location:** Portland, OR, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $106,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Microsoft Project, Scrum Methodology, Mendix, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Enterprise Application Integration, Appian, Information Technology, Api Management, Microservices - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=109cd58950e05a2c ## About the Role At least a Bachelor's degree or, in lieu of a degree, demonstrating in addition to the minimum years of experience required for the role, three years of specialized training and/or progressively responsible work experience in Engineering Program Management for each missing year of college is required * At least 10 years of experience What Sets You Apart * Demonstrating proficiency in software development methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. * Having obtained Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certifications. * Applying analytical thinking in software project planning, troubleshooting, and solution development. * Leveraging experience with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) practices. * Utilizing API management and microservices architecture to enable scalable solutions. * Excelling in project management tools such as Microsoft Project and JIRA. * Managing budgets and financial resources effectively. * Negotiating resources, timelines, and scope with stakeholders. * Driving engagement team management and business process improvement initiatives. * Understanding and leveraging AI technologies such as OpenAI and Claude Code ## Description * Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems. * Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts. * Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy. * Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing. * Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas. * Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. * Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. The Opportunity As part of PwC's Scaled Engineering Services practice, you will contribute to delivering reliable, scalable, and cost-effective technology solutions that enable operational excellence and business agility. Our teams apply deep technical expertise and a strong service-oriented mindset to support the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-grade IT systems and applications. In this capacity, you will help lead and coordinate end-to-end execution of technology initiatives - driving disciplined project planning, proactive stakeholder communication, and consistent service delivery across cross-functional engineering teams. As a Technical Program Manager, you will help lead the charge in driving software and product innovation within our Advisory practice. Your role will involve overseeing the development and implementation of cutting-edge software engineering projects, confirming they align with engagement team needs and industry standards. As a Senior Associate, you will leverage your problem-solving skills and critical thinking to build meaningful engagement team connections and guide your team through complex challenges. You will be responsible for mentoring junior team members, maintaining professional and technical standards, and navigating ambiguity to deliver quality solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work within our Advisory practice focusing on managed services that enhance engagement team operations. You will utilize your skills in software development, project planning, and business requirements analysis to create impactful solutions. By fostering a collaborative environment, you will contribute to the growth of your personal brand and technical knowledge, while supporting the firm's overall business strategies. Responsibilities * Lead software engineering projects, overseeing timelines, objectives, planning, execution, and delivery. * Analyze business requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams to align solutions with engagement team needs. * Apply software development methodologies to enhance project outcomes, planning discipline, and execution rigor. * Lead application development initiatives using platforms such as Mendix and Appian. * Apply solution architecture principles to design scalable, efficient systems and facilitate enterprise application integration. * Implement continuous integration and delivery practices to streamline deployment and improve release quality. * Oversee quality assurance testing to confirmadherence to quality standards and performance expectations. * Troubleshoot and resolve software issues to enhance system performance and address technical challenges. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Building an agentic software factory: How we rebuilt product development at Pipedrive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100261-building-an-agentic-software-factory-how-we-rebuilt-product-development-at-pipedrive) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## Related Articles - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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