Principal Technical Program Manager, Engineering

The PRINCIPAL TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGER, ENGINEERING, will coordinate cross-domain engineering programs within the organization. This role ensures visibility and progress of programs involving multiple squads and technical domains, managing dependencies and risks to maintain alignment and timely delivery. The position facilitates communication and provides automated tracking systems, supporting efficient collaboration and decision-making without direct authority over product or technical choices., * Track all programs crossing squad or domain boundaries from initiation to completion.

• Map and update dependencies between squads, identifying risks early.
• Develop systems for status tracking and visibility of engineering projects.
• Automate coordination tasks using tools like Jira, dashboards, scripts, and AI.
• Manage cross-team communications including planning syncs and updates.
• Address stalled dependencies by engaging the appropriate leads and escalating as needed.
• Provide accurate engineering input to portfolio-level program management.
• Support managers with tracking and goal reviews for initiatives beyond individual squads.
• Measure and improve coordination efficiency as team numbers grow.
• Document cross-team processes to facilitate onboarding of new squads.

• Minimum 8 years in program or project management within engineering or technology.
• At least 3 years of experience at a B2B SaaS company.
• Proven track record of establishing durable coordination systems, including tools and processes.
• Experience in rapidly growing or evolving organizations with emerging structures.
• Strong technical understanding of dependencies, architecture tradeoffs, and software development lifecycle.
• Expertise in Jira administration and familiarity with dashboards and reporting tools.
• Practical experience using AI tools for tracking automation, status summarization, and risk detection.
• Ability to influence senior engineers, managers, and product leads without formal authority.
• Adaptability to various methodologies, working with existing team practices.
• Persistent and trustworthy follow-through with clear and direct communication skills.

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

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