Remote Technical Program Manager — Lead Cross-Functional Programs

Pearson; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Specialist, Product Program Manager (Technical Program Manager) to lead cross-functional engineering, product, and operations teams in a remote US-based role. You will drive complex projects from concept to completion, aligning with strategic goals and managing budgets and timelines.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in technical program management, strong software/DevOps background, and proven ability to deliver high-impact initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager or similar role.
• Strong technical background in software development, systems engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with cloud technologies, SDLC, and DevOps is a plus.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple technical programs and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality results.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, schedule, resources, risks, and milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and other cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues to ensure successful outcomes.
• Communicate project status and challenges to stakeholders, including senior management, clearly.

Skills

Technical Program Management

Software development background

Project management

Agile Scrum Kanban

Cloud technologies

DevOps practices

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Specialist, Product Program Manager (Technical Program Manager) to lead cross-functional engineering, product, and operations teams in a remote US-based role. You will drive complex projects from concept to completion, aligning with strategic goals and managing budgets and timelines.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in technical program management, strong software/DevOps background, and proven ability to deliver high-impact initiatives in a dynamic environment.