Technical Deputy Program Manager

Lawelawe Technology Services•San Antonio, TX

10d•Remote

About The Position

The Technical Deputy Program Manager serves as the Program Manager’s principal deputy and Lawelawe’s senior representative on the contract. Reporting to and supporting the Program Manager, this role guides technical resources, oversees software development from initial design through release, and coordinates Lawelawe personnel and subcontractor support. During planned or unplanned Program Manager absences, the Deputy assumes delegated authority for daily program operations to maintain continuity, customer support, and timely delivery. The position works with program leadership, development teams, corporate support functions, subcontractors, and Government stakeholders to meet customer priorities and maintain consistent program performance. It translates contractual requirements and agency objectives into technical priorities and workflows, guides technical workstreams, and helps manage program scope, schedule, resources, costs, risks, and deliverables. This is a remote position located in San Antonio, Texas. Salary is dependent on experience and will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, and applicable requirements. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory completion of background verification, including a criminal record check; other checks may apply. Candidates must be able to obtain a Public Trust and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
At least seven years of experience in software product design, development, release, and delivery.
At least five years of management or leadership experience within a software development organization.
At least two years of experience managing a Scrum team.
Demonstrated ability to serve as a program’s second in charge and assume daily program leadership during the Program Manager’s absence.
Ability to serve as senior contract representative, lead assigned employees, coordinate subcontractor support, and communicate with Government and corporate leadership.
Experience with risk management, issue resolution, and problem-solving.
Knowledge of system architectures, networks, and operations.
United States citizenship and ability to provide proof of citizenship.
Ability to successfully complete required background screening and satisfy applicable Government suitability requirements to obtain a Public Trust.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and provide strategic direction.
Ability to anticipate and respond proactively to technical and operational challenges.
Experience applying Agile principles and Scrum methodology across development teams.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Agile credentials such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or SAFe Agilist/Product Manager.
Relevant domain certifications such as ITIL, CISSP, or AWS/Azure architect certifications.

Responsibilities

Support the Program Manager in directing daily contract operations, coordinating resources, and meeting program objectives.
Serve as acting Program Manager during planned or unplanned absences, exercising delegated authority to maintain operations, customer support, and required deliverables.
Serve as the senior representative and primary link between Lawelawe corporate leadership and the program team.
Represent Lawelawe, coordinate subcontractor activities, monitor assigned performance, and resolve or escalate staffing and execution issues through established contract channels.
Supervise assigned Lawelawe and Program Management Office (PMO) employees, including workload assignments, performance reviews, coaching, and employee development.
Coordinate hiring activities with Talent Acquisition and address employee relations and corrective actions in coordination with HR.
Guide daily execution across software engineering, development operations, cybersecurity, systems integration, and other applicable technical workstreams.
Translate contractual requirements and agency objectives into technical priorities, requirements, specifications, and executable workflows.
Manage software development projects from design through completion, including analysis, design, development of enhancements and new modules, testing, evaluation, and release.
Partner with the Program Manager and Product Owners to define product strategy, forecast development needs, and plan and execute the product roadmap.
Research product development options and recommend technical approaches and product direction.
Facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies and technical governance reviews, providing teams with direction, resources, and realistic schedule and cost estimates.
Coordinate deployment of functional improvements within approved release schedules and promote continuous technical improvement.
Partner with the Program Manager to manage scope, schedule, resources, and cost baselines and track performance against contract requirements.
Identify program risks, operational bottlenecks, and engineering issues; implement corrective actions and escalate matters requiring additional authority.
Work with the Program Director, Program Manager, customer, technical leads, and program staff to meet staffing and performance needs.
Coordinate with Government stakeholders, corporate leadership, subcontractors, and program teams to align priorities and resolve technical and operational issues.
Prepare program reports, deliverables, executive briefings, and written updates that communicate technical metrics, progress, risks, and decisions needed.