Technical Program Manager

Candescent • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Candescent is a forward-thinking technology company transforming how financial institutions deliver Intelligent Banking experiences. We unite digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions that power and connect digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions—creating seamless engagement across digital, remote, and in-person channels. Our Experience-Led, Intelligence-Driven approach combines human-centered design with data, automation, and cloud-based innovation. Built on an API-first architecture, our extensible ecosystem enables institutions to adapt quickly, integrate easily, and unlock new opportunities for growth—turning every customer interaction into a moment of clarity, confidence, and connection. As a Technical Program Manager at Candescent, you will lead cross-functional technical initiatives, manage program execution, and ensure alignment between engineering deliverables and business objectives. You’ll be responsible for planning, tracking, and delivering high-impact programs that span multiple teams and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s or MBA is a plus).
• 8+ years of experience in technical program management, preferably in a software or cloud-based environment.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, cross-functional technical programs.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Confluence).
• Ability to analyze complex technical problems and propose effective solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices architecture, and modern development frameworks.

Nice To Haves

• PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification.
• Technical background in software engineering or systems architecture.
• Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex technical programs across engineering, and product teams.
• Define program scope, goals, success metrics, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed program schedules, risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
• Drive alignment across teams by identifying dependencies, resolving blockers, and ensuring timely delivery.
• Communicate program status, risks, and decisions to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster continuous improvement by introducing scalable processes, tools, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
• Support technical decision-making and provide guidance on architecture, integration, and deployment strategies.
• Champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and innovation.

What This Job Offers

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