Technical Program Manager - Media & Cloud

NEARSOURCE TECHNOLOGIES; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

NearSource Technologies is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead media and cloud programs, coordinating software development, cloud services, and cross-functional teams in a hybrid Toronto setting.

You will partner with Product, Engineering, UX, and business stakeholders to plan, execute, and deliver complex programs, manage risks, milestones, and dependencies, and drive continuous improvement across delivery processes.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in Technical Program Management or similar role in technology/software.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or related field; PMP is a plus.
• Experience with software development teams on multi-team initiatives.
• Experience in Agile environments; distributed systems and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical programs from planning through delivery and closure.
• Develop outcome-focused delivery plans and align multiple teams.
• Define milestones, priorities, and dependencies with engineering leadership.
• Manage risks, issues, and impediments; adjust plans accordingly.
• Monitor progress and adapt plans based on priorities and risks.
• Facilitate collaboration between Product Management, Engineering, UX, and business teams.
• Communicate status, milestones, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives and lessons learned.

Skills

Technical Program Management

Software development teams

Distributed systems

Cloud platforms

Agile delivery

Stakeholder management

Communication

facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

PMP certification

Job description

Job Title: Technical Program Manager - Media & Cloud

Job Location: Hybrid, 2 to 3 days in office, Toronto, ON
Job Type: Contract
Experience: 5 to 8 Years
Rate: CAD 65 - 75 per hour

Job Overview

NearSource Technologies is looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead complex technology programs involving cloud platforms, software development, and cross-functional engineering initiatives. The role will work closely with Product Management, Engineering, UX, and business teams to plan and deliver technical programs from design through implementation. The ideal candidate has experience working with software development teams, understands cloud and distributed systems, and can manage program dependencies, risks, delivery plans, and stakeholder alignment across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical programs and initiatives from planning and design through implementation and delivery.


• Develop outcome-focused delivery plans and establish alignment across multiple teams and functions.


• Partner with engineering leadership and software development teams to define delivery plans, milestones, and priorities.


• Manage program dependencies, risks, issues, and impediments throughout program execution.


• Monitor delivery progress and refine plans based on priorities, risks, and dependencies.


• Facilitate collaboration across Product Management, Engineering, UX, and business teams.


• Communicate program status, milestones, risks, and achievements to technical and business stakeholders.


• Identify potential roadblocks and coordinate with teams to resolve delivery challenges.


• Maintain stakeholder alignment and provide visibility into progress against program objectives.


• Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives, lessons learned, and improvements to delivery processes.


• Support the use of program management practices and tools across technical initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in Technical Program Management or a similar role within the technology or software industry.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. PMP certification.


• Experience working directly with software development teams on complex, multi-team initiatives.


• Experience working in Agile software development environments. Demonstrated knowledge of distributed systems, cloud services, and cloud platforms.


• Experience managing stakeholders across technical teams, business functions, Product Management, and UX.


• Experience preparing presentations and written communications covering program status and progress.


• Experience managing technical programs involving multiple dependencies and workstreams.


• Ability to drive urgency, operational discipline, and continuous improvement across program delivery.


• Experience using technical tools to support program execution and delivery.

Must-Have Skills

• Strong experience in Technical Program Management within technology or software environments.


• Hands-on experience working with software development teams on complex, multi-team initiatives.


• Working knowledge of distributed systems, cloud services, and cloud platforms.


• Experience with Agile software development practices and program delivery.


• Strong experience managing program dependencies, risks, issues, and impediments.


• Experience developing and maintaining technical delivery plans and program roadmaps.


• Familiarity with the Media and Entertainment industry.


• Experience working with VFX, film, television, or related digital media products.


• Strong stakeholder management experience across technical and business teams.


• Ability to communicate program status, risks, milestones, and outcomes to different stakeholder groups.


• Strong facilitation, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Experience using technical tools to support program execution and delivery.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience leading technical programs involving cloud products or platforms.


• Knowledge of system design and data analytics.


• 5+ years of experience driving program delivery within Agile environments.


• Experience working on technical programs with direct connections to customers and business stakeholders.

About NearSource Technologies

NearSource Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting, enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the world's most admired brands, working directly on long-term client initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NearSource Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute.