Senior Technical Program Manager (Remote)

Teaching Strategies, LLC•Denton, TX

21h•Remote

About The Position

Be a Part of our Team! Join a working team that is dedicated to the mission of the work we do! Teaching Strategies is an innovative edtech organization focused on connecting teachers, children, and families. As front runners in the early childhood education market, we build dynamic, top-quality digital products that integrate all of the essential elements of a high-quality solution: curriculum, assessment, professional development, and family engagement. We are building a team of results-oriented individuals who will thrive in a collaborative, work-hard/play-hard culture. We pride ourselves on the impact we have on the early childhood field through supporting teachers who are doing the most important work there is, teaching children to become creative, confident thinkers. Position Overview As a Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM), you will be responsible for driving execution across complex, cross-team software initiatives and ensuring alignment between product strategy and engineering delivery. You will operate as a technical delivery leader, partnering closely with Product, Engineering, QA, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure predictable, high-quality outcomes. This role requires strong technical credibility, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and a proven track record of leading large-scale programs across multiple teams. You will play a critical role in improving delivery effectiveness, managing dependencies, and ensuring that risks and tradeoffs are surfaced early and addressed decisively.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, Engineering Program Management, or similar roles
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale, cross-team technical programs (5+ teams)
Strong technical background (engineering, architecture, or equivalent experience)
Deep understanding of software development lifecycle, system design, and architecture concepts
Proven ability to manage dependencies, risks, and complex delivery environments
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working closely with engineering leadership and cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

12+ years of experience in technical program or engineering leadership roles (Staff level)
Experience leading platform-level or multi-product initiatives
Ability to influence senior leadership and drive organization-wide alignment
Experience defining and improving delivery frameworks, processes, and tooling
Experience in SaaS or enterprise software environments
Experience applying AI tools (e.g., code analysis, documentation generation, workflow automation) to improve delivery outcomes

Responsibilities

Drive Program Execution
Own end-to-end delivery for large, cross-team initiatives, ensuring alignment from planning through releas
Define program structure including milestones, critical path, and phased delivery approach
Drive accountability across teams while enabling efficient and effective execution
Ensure alignment between product intent and engineering execution
Manage Dependencies and Risk
Identify, map, and actively manage cross-team dependencies
Surface risks early and drive mitigation strategies
Maintain clear visibility into program health, blockers, and execution risk
Leverage modern tools (including AI-assisted analysis, reporting, and workflow automation) to improve program visibility, decision-making, and execution efficiency
Establish and maintain a single source of truth for program status and dependencies
Technical Partnership
Engage with engineering teams to understand system architecture, constraints, and tradeoffs
Validate assumptions and ensure technical feasibility of plans
Translate technical complexity into clear insights for stakeholders and leadership
Partner closely with Engineering Managers and Technical Leads to drive execution decisions
Driving Decision Clarity and Escalation
Frame decisions with clear tradeoffs, risks, and recommended paths forward
Escalate issues at the appropriate time with context and actionable recommendations
Ensure disagreements are resolved quickly and do not stall delivery
Maintain decision tracking and ensure follow-through on outcomes
Planning and Release Readiness
Support planning processes including roadmap alignment and execution planning
Ensure readiness for releases including QA coordination, rollout strategy, and operational preparedness
Coordinate across teams to ensure successful delivery and launch execution
Improving Delivery Effectiveness
Identify gaps in execution and drive improvements in delivery processes
Enable better predictability through structured planning and tracking
Support continuous improvement across teams without introducing unnecessary process overhead

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Employee Equity Appreciation Program
Health and wellness insurance benefits
401k with employer match
Flexible work environment
Unlimited paid time off (which includes paid holidays and Winter Break)
Paid parental leave
Tuition assistance, professional development, and opportunities for career growth
Best in class technology equipment for every employee
Penthouse suite in downtown DC seconds away from Washington Nationals Stadium and Audi Field