Sr. Technical Program Manager

Innovation Associates, Inc.• US,

8h•$123,384 - $166,931

About The Position

As a Sr. Technical Program Manager at iA, you will lead complex, cross-functional software programs that advance software modernization and strengthen execution across the program portfolio. You will define and implement program governance, standardize best practices, and drive continuous improvement across software development initiatives. The role calls for strong leadership and sound business and technical judgment to create structure and clarity in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The position works across Engineering, Product, QA, TPM, Software Implementation, and Support teams to align program goals with technology, product, commercialization, and business strategies. It establishes program KPIs, communicates program health to functional and executive leaders, manages risks, supports executive go/no-go decisions, leads change management and problem resolution, and facilitates productive cross-functional meetings and workshops. iA provides software-enabled pharmacy fulfillment solutions and modular hardware, with the goal of improving operational efficiency and the patient-pharmacist relationship. The position includes an estimated base annual salary range of $123,384.00 to $166,931.29 and may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

7 or more years of experience in a technical program function.
Demonstrated experience leading or supporting software modernization efforts, such as re-architecture, modularization, legacy-system migration, or technology-stack modernization.
Strong understanding of software development and release readiness, with the ability to bridge technical and business teams.
BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.
Experience managing multiple medium-to-large projects or programs, or multiple smaller projects or programs, using core disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management.
Strong technical acumen and expertise in software development methodologies.
Experience managing projects across functional teams, building sustainable processes, and coordinating readiness dependencies across multiple teams.
Ability to build partnerships with stakeholders at varying organizational levels, including senior and executive leaders.
Leadership and facilitation skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
Willingness to work at a tactical level to drive results.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the employer will not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

PMP or CSM certification.
Familiarity with iterative, agile, and prototype development practices.
Experience working at a company during a high-growth or scaling period.
Strong judgment and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to influence.
Ability to understand and discuss technical concepts and manage tradeoffs.

Responsibilities

Drive prioritization of program goals aligned with technology, product, commercialization strategy, and business goals.
Coordinate across Engineering, Product, QA, TPM, Software Implementation, and Support teams to keep functional deliverables aligned with program objectives and on track.
Establish program KPIs and communicate program health and updates to functional management and executive leadership.
Provide data-driven recommendations to remove or mitigate program risks.
Incorporate learnings, optimize processes, and promote efficiency through project and program management best practices.
Execute change management initiatives to support adoption of new processes within the program and across teams.
Lead preparation for Phase Gate and other executive Go/No-Go decisions, ensuring decisions are based on a balanced and clear representation of relevant data.
Independently determine and pursue courses of action needed to achieve desired results.
Influence and build trust with stakeholders across teams, and foster broad support for program and project objectives.
Promote a culture in which teams feel recognized, valued, and heard.
Lead cross-functional teams through problem resolution, including root cause analysis and corrective action.
Lead large cross-functional meetings, events, and workshops that are structured, productive, and results-oriented.