Information Technology and Applications - Technical Program Manager

DeWinter Group; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Foster City, CA is seeking a Technical Program Manager to steer large-scale engineering initiatives at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and strategic leadership. You will partner with senior engineering and product teams to deliver complex programs on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.

This onsite role requires deep SDLC expertise, architectural judgment, and outstanding communication to translate technical concepts into business outcomes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technical program management delivering complex, organization-wide engineering programs.
• Deep understanding of managing multi-team software projects across the full SDLC, including infrastructure, platform, or product initiatives.
• Strong technical foundation to engage in architectural discussions, evaluate system design trade-offs, and assess technical risks.
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence to influence stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business impact.
• Experience developing or refining program management frameworks, processes, and tools at organizational levels.
• Ability to manage ambiguity, make informed decisions under pressure, and drive clarity in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with AI tools for technical decision-making, with knowledge of agentic AI models and chatbot program execution.
• Technical expertise in wireless technologies (4G/5G, Multi-WAN Load Balancing), networking (UDP/TCP, NAT Traversal, Network Security), and data pipelines (Kafka, Protobuf, AWS infrastructure).

Responsibilities

• This ad outlines the role and required capabilities but does not list specific responsibilities.

Skills

Technical PM leadership

Multi-team SDLC

Architectural discussions

Executive communication

PM frameworks

Ambiguity management

AI decision tools

Wireless & networks

Data pipelines (Kafka/Protobuf)

AWS infrastructure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

Information Technology and Applications - Technical Program Manager

Join a dynamic organization as a Technical Program Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in driving large-scale engineering initiatives that shape the future of technology. This high-visibility position offers the chance to work at the intersection of cutting-edge tech development and strategic leadership, partnering closely with senior engineering and product teams to deliver impactful solutions. Your expertise will influence organizational direction, streamline processes, and ensure successful execution of complex projects in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Required Skills:

• 7+ years of proven experience in technical program management, delivering complex, organization-wide engineering programs
• Deep understanding of managing multi-team software projects across the full SDLC, including infrastructure, platform, or product initiatives
• Strong technical foundation: ability to engage in architectural discussions, evaluate system design trade-offs, and assess technical risks
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence to influence stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business impact
• Experience developing or refining program management frameworks, processes, and tools at organizational levels
• Ability to manage ambiguity, make informed decisions under pressure, and drive clarity in a fast-paced setting
• Familiarity with AI tools for technical decision-making, with knowledge of agentic AI models and chatbot program execution
• Technical expertise in wireless technologies (4G/5G, Multi-WAN Load Balancing), networking (UDP/TCP, NAT Traversal, Network Security), and data pipelines (Kafka, Protobuf, AWS infrastructure)

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in infrastructure, platform, or product engineering at a software company
• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure) and distributed systems concepts
• PMP, PgMP, or Agile/Scrum certifications
• Background as a software engineer or in a technical role with problem-solving and debugging skills

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years’ relevant experience in technical program management within technology-driven organizations

Other Requirements:

• This position is onsite in Foster City, requiring physical presence in a collaborative office environment
• Ability to participate actively in architectural and technical discussions, providing informed input on feasibility and risks

If you thrive in innovative environments and are passionate about leading transformative engineering projects, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.