Technical Program Manager- Virtual Engineering

KPIT; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

KPIT in Pune seeks a highly motivated Technical Program Manager to own end-to-end delivery of complex technology programs. This role combines deep technical insight with strong program management to ensure quality and timely value delivery.

You will spend significant time on technical discussions, planning, and coordinating with cross-functional teams, applying Agile methods and continuous improvement across the program lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• Experience with Java, C++, Python, or Matlab is essential.
• AWS cloud technologies experience.
• Knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps, and virtualization.
• Automotive domain experience preferred.
• Proven program management, planning, tracking, and risk management.
• Background starting in development and transitioning to management.
• Experience with project tracking tools (Blacklock, Jira).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of assigned programs.
• Develop detailed project plans and track progress.
• Provide technical leadership and guide development team.
• Champion Agile methodologies.
• Drive quality via code reviews and testing oversight.
• Define and monitor KPIs.
• Communicate status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, testing, and DevOps.
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Matlab

Cloud AWS

CI/CD

DevOps

Virtualization

Communication

Teamwork

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Blacklock

Jira

Job description

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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