Technical Product Manager - Cybersecurity SaaS Platform

Astra Security Inc; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech security firm based in Bengaluru is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead multi-team initiatives for their newly launched API Security Platform. The role involves involvement in autonomous pentesting using AI, project management, and requirements assessment, alongside hands-on work with technologies such as TypeScript or PHP. Candidates should have strong expertise in project lifecycles, effective communication with cross-functional teams, and a drive for innovation in tech products.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in program or project management.
• Strong business analytics coupled with technical expertise.
• Ability to lead architectural discussions and manage the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate multi-team initiatives for platform engineering and scanners.
• Lead and manage project lifecycle ensuring timely delivery.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

TypeScript

Go (Golang)

Python

PHP - Laravel/Symfony

Job description

Job Description

Role Overview

At Astra Security, we just launched the coveted API Security Platform and are now venturing into Autonomous Pentesting using AI - an experience that helps teams discover, test and secure Web & Mobile applications, Cloud and APIs at scale. As a Technical Program Manager, you’ll orchestrate multi‑team initiatives including Platform engineering, Vulnerability Scanners (for DAST, Cloud, API & Mobile) and new scanners - driving them from 0→1 to GA.

You’ll pair strong business analytics with hands‑on fluency in either TypeScript (preferable) / Go (Golang) / Python to shape scope, trade‑offs and execution alongside SDEs and other Leads. This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact role working directly with the CTO, Engineering Manager and Product team.

What’s In It For You

Technical Expertise

• Be the go‑to expert in one or more core technologies (TypeScript or PHP - Laravel/Symfony) and take initiative to learn new ones.
• Design and implement medium‑to‑large features that push the platform forward while reducing technical debt and improving maintainability.
• Lead architectural discussions and ensure smooth integration across platform services, scanners and microservices.
• Be hands‑on with writing code, contributing a good amount of time with development tasks as required.

Project Management

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle along with the Tech leads & engineers in ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality software.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, monitor progress and report on project status to stakeholders.
• Balance priorities and trade‑offs across multiple initiatives, keeping alignment between engineering execution and business objectives.
• Own and improve SDLC best practices across the organization.

Communication and Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with engineers, QA, product owners, leadership and other stakeholders to keep initiatives aligned and outcomes successful.
• Effectively communicate project goals, timelines, and expectations to cross‑functional teams.
• Coordinate team members providing effective feedback and moderating discussions.
• Identify and assess potential risks early , proactively implementing mitigation strategies to keep initiatives on track.
• Handle unexpected challenges with resilience and adaptability.

Ownership and Operations

• Own the production operation, ensuring timely delivery of technical projects and monitoring system performance.
• Evolve the architecture to support future requirements and define its SLAs.

Leadership and Management

• Step in as an Engineering Manager when needed , providing clarity, leadership and guidance to the team.
• Support team growth by managing career development, performance, expectations and overall well‑being.
• Define and adapt processes that fit the team’s maturity level, balancing agility with the discipline needed for scale.

Impact and Evolution

• Champion innovation by pushing boundaries in autonomous pentesting, vulnerability scanners, and new product initiatives.
• Make an impact on the whole tech organization/product engineer teams.
• Lead the 0→1 journey of upcoming products in the platform along with respective Tech Lead/SDEs.