Technical Program Manager- Virtual Engineering (India)

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Technical Program Manager to join our dynamic team in Pune. As a single-tracker owner, you will be responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex technology programs. This role requires a solid technical background coupled with proven program management skills, with a focus on quality and timely delivery. Responsibilities: - Program Ownership: Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of assigned programs, acting as the primary point of contact. - Planning & Tracking: Develop detailed project plans, track progress, manage dependencies, and proactively identify and mitigate risks. Utilize tools like Blacklock for effective program visibility. - Technical Leadership: Leverage your technical background to understand project complexities, contribute to technical discussions, and provide guidance to the development team. This role is heavily technical expect to spend approximately 65% of your time discussing technical aspects. - Agile Methodology: Champion and implement Agile methodologies to ensure iterative development and rapid delivery of value. - Quality Focus: Drive a culture of quality throughout the program lifecycle through code reviews, testing oversight, and adherence to established standards. - KPI Monitoring: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success and identify areas for improvement. - Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels. - Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including development, testing, and DevOps. - Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the program management organization. Qualifications: - Experience: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. A maximum of 15 years of overall experience. - Technical Skills (Essential): - - Strong programming background with proficiency in at least one of the following: Java, C++, Python, or Matlab. - Experience with Cloud technologies, particularly AWS. - Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. - Familiarity with virtualization technologies. - Domain Experience: Automotive domain experience is preferred , but strong experience in a comparable enterprise domain (with the required technical skills) will be considered. - Program Management Skills: Demonstrated experience in solution orientation, planning, tracking, and risk management. - Background: Must have a background starting in development and transitioning into management we are looking for someone who understands technology deeply, not a purely administrative manager. - Tools: Experience with project tracking tools (e.g., Blacklock, Jira) is highly desirable. - Communication: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. null null .