Technical Project Manager

Tixr•Santa Monica, CA

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Technical Project Manager (TPM) to drive execution across complex engineering initiatives while also serving as a key interface for technical client integrations. This role blends traditional TPM responsibilities with hands-on technical problem solving and operational improvement. You will help ensure that work is clearly defined, efficiently executed, and aligned with business priorities—while also identifying and improving the systems and processes that support delivery.

Requirements

10+ years of experience as a TPM, Technical Program Manager, or similar role
Strong technical fluency—comfortable working with APIs, logs, and debugging tools
Experience working with engineering teams on complex systems
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing, high-priority environment
Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on execution and outcomes
Strong experience with Jira

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting API integrations or external clients
Familiarity with tools like New Relic, AWS
Experience in ticketing, e-commerce, or high-scale transactional systems

Responsibilities

Define project plans, timelines, and milestones in collaboration with engineering and product
Own planning and execution for complex engineering initiatives (e.g. third-party integrations, non-functional testing efforts)
Run project rituals (standups, planning, status updates) where needed to ensure progress and alignment
Identify risks early and drive resolution
Identify inefficiencies in engineering workflows, rituals, and SDLC processes
Propose improvements that increase throughput without introducing unnecessary overhead
Present recommendations to engineering leadership, supported by data
Measure and communicate the impact of implemented changes PRM tooling
Act as a shared resource across squads, especially for high-priority or cross-cutting initiatives
Ensure alignment between engineering, product, QA, and DevOps
Help manage shifting priorities in a dynamic roadmap environment
Serve as a frontline technical resource for API-integrated clients
Reproduce API issues, analyze logs (e.g., New Relic), and coordinate with engineering teams to resolve problems
Help clients successfully onboard and troubleshoot integrations in a fast-paced environment
Leverage AI tools to improve project planning, tracking, and analysis
Identify opportunities to use AI to reduce manual effort and improve visibility