Technical Program Manager

HarbourVest Partners • Boston, MA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed. We are looking for a highly organized and technically savvy Senior Associate, Technical Program Manager to help drive execution across our agile development processes and build scalable systems that make project tracking and reporting sustainable and efficient. This role ensures timely delivery of technical initiatives, maintains transparency on progress, and enables seamless communication between senior stakeholders and technical teams. The ideal candidate is someone who: Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability for deliverables. Is proactive in identifying risks and resolving blockers before they impact timelines. Thinks in systems and can design processes that scale across teams and projects. Communicates clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Builds collaborative relationships across technical and business teams. Thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and adapts quickly to changing priorities. Pays attention to detail and maintains accuracy in planning, tracking, and reporting.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in leading technical projects or technical programs
• Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities; experience working with both senior collaborators and technical development groups
• Technical proficiency to understand and track development processes
• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and tools (Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence).
• Ability to work independently and track progress without adding unnecessary overhead.
• A systems-thinking mentality with experience building scalable processes and frameworks for project tracking and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years in technical program or project management within software development environments.
• Experience running agile routines and technical workflows.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in private equity, asset management, or related financial services role with a quantitative focus a plus.
• Certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMP, or equivalent are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate agile routines (sprint planning, refinement).
• Create and maintain project plans, timelines, and milestones.
• Keep Azure DevOps boards organized and ensure tickets reflect accurate status.
• Design and implement sustainable tracking systems and procedures that minimize overhead and enable self-service visibility for interested parties.
• Monitor progress across development teams, identify and mitigate project risks, and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide clear updates on timelines, risks, and project status to stakeholders across the business.
• Translate technical progress into business-friendly language for executive reporting.
• Understand development workflows and collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and product managers.

Benefits

• This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance.
• In addition to salary and bonus, total compensation may include eligibility for long-term reward programs and a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level