Technical Program Manager

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.

• 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.