Technical Program Manager- Virtual Engineering

KPIT Technologies Ltd.; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

KPIT Technologies Ltd. in Pune is seeking a technically proficient Technical Program Manager to own and deliver complex technology programs.

You will lead end-to-end delivery as the primary contact, with a strong technical foundation and a focus on quality and timely results. The role requires 7–15 years of experience, a development background transitioning into management, and experience with cloud technologies (AWS), CI/CD, DevOps, and virtualization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field
• A maximum of 15 years of overall experience
• Strong programming background in Java, C++, Python, or Matlab
• Experience with AWS cloud technologies
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies
• Automotive domain experience preferred, otherwise strong enterprise domain experience
• Background starting in development and transitioning into management
• Experience with project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Blacklock) is highly desirable
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of assigned programs, acting as the primary point of contact
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, manage dependencies, and mitigate risks using tools like Blacklock
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the development team while spending majority of time on technical aspects
• Champion Agile methodologies to ensure iterative development and rapid value delivery
• Drive a culture of quality through code reviews, testing oversight, and adherence to standards
• Define and track KPIs to measure program success and identify improvement areas
• Effectively communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, testing, and DevOps
• Contribute to continuous process improvements within the program management organization

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Matlab

AWS

CI/CD

DevOps

Virtualization

Communication

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Blacklock

Jira

Job description

Technical Program Manager- Virtual Engineering

Job Overview

EXPERIENCE

7-15 Years

LOCATION

Pune

JOB ID

80789

NO OF OPENING

5

Job/Position Summary

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Technical Program Manager to join our dynamic team in Pune. As a single-tracker owner, you will be responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex technology programs. This role requires a strong technical background coupled with proven program management skills, with a focus on quality and timely delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Program Ownership: Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of assigned programs, acting as the primary point of contact.
• Planning & Tracking: Develop detailed project plans, track progress, manage dependencies, and proactively identify and mitigate risks. Utilize tools like Blacklock for effective program visibility.
• Technical Leadership: Leverage your technical background to understand project complexities, contribute to technical discussions, and provide guidance to the development team. This role is heavily technical – expect to spend approximately 65% of your time discussing technical aspects.
• Agile Methodology: Champion and implement Agile methodologies to ensure iterative development and rapid delivery of value.
• Quality Focus: Drive a culture of quality throughout the program lifecycle through code reviews, testing oversight, and adherence to established standards.
• KPI Monitoring: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success and identify areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including development, testing, and DevOps.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the program management organization.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field. A maximum of 15 years of overall experience.
• Technical Skills (Essential):
• Strong programming background with proficiency in at least one of the following: Java, C++, Python, or Matlab.
• Experience with Cloud technologies, particularly AWS.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies.
• Domain Experience: Automotive domain experience is preferred, but strong experience in a comparable enterprise domain (with the required technical skills) will be considered.
• Program Management Skills: Demonstrated experience in solution orientation, planning, tracking, and risk management.
• Background: Must have a background starting in development and transitioning into management – we are looking for someone who understands technology deeply, not a purely administrative manager.
• Tools: Experience with project tracking tools (e.g., Blacklock, Jira) is highly desirable.
• Communication: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

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