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Technical Program Manager – Strategy & Transformation

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive enterprise-wide strategy initiatives and operational excellence across a large-scale technology organization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, excels at translating complex data into actionable insights, and can partner with senior leadership to shape high-impact decisions.

In this position, you will play a critical role in developing executive-level strategy, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring strategic initiatives translate into measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Strategy & Communication

• Develop high-impact executive presentations, briefings, and board-level materials
• Support leadership teams with strategic narratives and data-driven insights
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Strategic Program Leadership

• Lead large-scale strategy initiatives and transformation programs from concept to execution
• Define problem statements, develop hypotheses, and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Drive alignment across teams and ensure delivery against strategic priorities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with stakeholders across:
• Product
• Marketing
• Finance
• Engineering and business units
• Build strong relationships to ensure coordinated execution across multiple initiatives

Data-Driven Insights & Decision-Making

• Analyze diverse datasets to uncover trends, risks, and growth opportunities
• Build frameworks that support strategic planning and operational reviews
• Develop insight-driven business cases that influence decision-making

Operating Model & Process Optimization

• Design and implement operating models and governance frameworks
• Improve organizational efficiency through best practices, workflows, and execution rhythms
• Enable scalable processes that enhance decision-making velocity

Change Management & Organizational Impact

• Drive adoption of strategic initiatives across large, matrixed teams
• Facilitate alignment and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Lead workshops, reviews, and planning sessions to support business transformation

Required Qualifications

Experience & Background

• 10+ years of experience in:
• Technical Program Management
• Strategy & Operations
• Management Consulting or similar analytical roles
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale strategic and operational impact

Strategy & Analytical Skills

• Strong experience in:
• Data analysis and synthesis
• Building insight-driven hypotheses and business cases
• Translating analytics into actionable strategies

Business & Technical Acumen

• Solid understanding of:
• Technology platforms and software ecosystems
• Business operations within SaaS or digital product environments (preferred)

Program & Execution Skills

• Demonstrated success in:
• Managing complex, cross-functional programs
• Driving initiatives with minimal supervision
• Converting strategy into execution with strong attention to detail

Change Leadership & Influence

• Experience leading organizational change and transformation efforts
• Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels, including executives
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills

Communication & Leadership

• Exceptional presentation and storytelling skills
• Comfortable leading:
• Executive reviews
• Workshops
• Strategic planning sessions
• Ability to simplify complex ideas into compelling narratives

Additional Attributes

• Self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable working in ambiguous environments
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
• Creative problem-solving mindset with a focus on results

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Business
• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Or related field (MBA or advanced degree is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:
• SaaS, FinTech, or technology-driven organizations
• High-growth environments or consulting firms
• Familiarity with executive-level strategic planning cycles
• Exposure to enterprise-scale technology transformation initiatives

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