Senior Program Manager

Keka Inc.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

TechBlocks is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead large-scale, cross-functional engagements and drive delivery excellence across global teams. You will oversee PMOs, manage offshore transitions, and present to senior executives, ensuring projects meet budget, scope, and quality targets.

The role requires extensive program leadership experience, strong stakeholder management, and a track record of delivering complex technology programs with offshore centers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 15+ years of experience, including 8+ years managing complex technology engagements and programs.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across PMO, development, architecture, QA, and DevOps.
• Proven track record managing large offshore teams, particularly with Indian offshore centers.
• Expertise in Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, and Change Management.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to influence senior executives.
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large-scale engagements with onshore and offshore teams of 200–500 professionals.
• Lead programs across project management, product management, development, architecture, QA, DevOps, and shared services.
• Drive offshore transitions and manage Indian offshore development centers.
• Deliver executive presentations and steer steering committee meetings with CIOs/CTOs/VPs of Engineering.
• Establish and operate PMOs to drive efficiency and excellence.
• Ensure accountability for delivery by aligning team structures and upskilling.
• Achieve KPIs for budgets, resources, and quality targets.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Change management

PMO leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to join our dynamic team at TechBlocks. In this role, you will be responsible for managing large-scale, complex engagements, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. Your expertise in program management, team leadership, and client communication will play a vital role in driving excellence and strengthening our reputation for delivering world-class technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee large-scale engagements involving onshore and offshore teams of 200–500 professionals.
• Lead and execute programs across diverse functions including project management, product management, development, architecture, QA, DevOps, and shared services, spanning multiple streams, applications, and platforms.
• Drive offshore transitions and manage large-scale engagements, particularly with Indian offshore development centers.
• Deliver executive-level presentations and lead steering committee meetings with CIOs, CTOs, VPs of Engineering, and other senior stakeholders.
• Establish and operate Project Management Offices (PMOs), leveraging program management expertise to drive efficiency and excellence.
• Ensure accountability for project delivery by maintaining optimal team structures, aligning required skill sets, and fostering workforce upskilling.
• Achieve success against defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including budget, resource allocation, and quality targets.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 15+ years of overall experience, including at least 8 years managing complex technology engagements and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee cross-functional teams across project management, development, architecture, QA, and DevOps.
• Proven track record of managing large offshore teams, with strong experience in Indian offshore development centers.
• Strong background in running PMOs and delivering large-scale programs successfully.
• Expertise in Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, and Change Management.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage senior executives.
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Strong sense of accountability for delivery and outcomes.
• Ability to maintain optimal team structures with the right skill mix.
• Commitment to upskilling teams and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Dedication to delivering projects within agreed-upon budgets, timelines, and quality standards.

About TechBlocks

TechBlocks is a global digital product engineering company with 16+ years of experience helping Fortune 500 enterprises and high-growth brands accelerate innovation, modernize technology, and drive digital transformation. From cloud solutions and data engineering to experience design and platform modernization, we help businesses solve complex challenges and unlock new growth opportunities.

At TechBlocks, we believe technology is only as powerful as the people behind it. We foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning, where big ideas turn into real impact. Whether you're building seamless digital experiences, optimizing enterprise platforms, or tackling complex integrations, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-moving team that values innovation and ownership.

Join us and shape the future of digital transformation.