Technical Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Establish project aims, scope, deliverables, success metrics, timelines, budgets, and resource distribution.

• Recognize project interdependencies, potential risks, and strategies for mitigation.

• Collaborate with engineering team leaders, research executives, and external stakeholders to collect requirements and set up communication channels.

• Coordinate and guide cross-functional project teams, delegate tasks, and track progress.

• Hold project status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.

• Oversee modifications to project scope, timeline, and resources via change control procedures.

• Identify, address, and escalate project issues and critical risks.

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, sponsor mandates, research data management expectations, and open-source release protocols.

• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and manage their expectations.

• Oversee resources assigned to Digital Safety tasks and UL-wide initiatives.

• Facilitate communication among members of the project team.

• Conduct project evaluations and sessions to capture lessons learned.

• Document project results, achievements, and challenges encountered.

• Perform additional duties as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science.

• A minimum of 3 years of practical experience as a software engineer.

• PMP Certification (or an equivalent credential).

• At least four years of experience in product and program management.

• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster).

• Six Sigma certifications.

• Exceptional leadership abilities.

• Capability to manage multiple simultaneous projects while balancing competing priorities.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Relevant technical expertise.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.

• Excellent problem-solving capabilities.

• Negotiation skills.

• Understanding of budgeting principles, cost estimation, and financial management.

• Adaptability and flexibility in navigating uncertainties and reallocating resources.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Flexible work hours and remote work options.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.