Sr. Technical Program Manager

BambooHR; Utah; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BambooHR is seeking a dynamic Sr. Technical Program Manager to spearhead innovative projects and enhance operational excellence within its engineering organization. This hybrid role will involve collaborating with talented teams to drive impactful initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in managing complex technical programs, enabling BambooHR to shape the future of technology and architecture.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance

Generous leave policies including 4 weeks of vacation

Parental leave and volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of program management experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple initiatives.
• Strong proficiency in engineering methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical initiatives and integrations.
• Develop detailed program plans with resource allocation and schedules.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define program scope and deliverables.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent degree

Tools

Agile

Scrum

JIRA

Wrike

Job description

Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check.

Are you passionate about engineering excellence, AI technology, and operations? We are looking for a Sr. Technical Program Manager who is ready to spearhead innovative projects that shape the future of technology and architecture. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives, collaborate with talented teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you’re an experienced program manager who thrives on seeing teams move from good to great, come join our team, where your skills and leadership will make a significant impact for BambooHR customers.

You will:

• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the VP of Engineering, amplifying their leadership and driving operational excellence and a consistent rhythm of the business across the engineering organization.
• Demonstrated experience in driving and delivering complex 3rd party integrations and partnerships within a product ecosystem, with a proven track record of managing programs that rely on external delivery
• Proven ability to lead technical programs focused on platform architecture and scalability, serving as a strategic partner in evolving a robust and extensible product platform.
• Leverage AI to enhance daily operations and transform processes, and lead impactful AI initiatives across engineering, product, and design teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define program scope, goals, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives while fostering a collaborative environment, encouraging cross-functional teamwork, knowledge sharing, and effective communication.
• Develop detailed program plans, including schedules, resource allocation, budget estimates, and risk assessments.
• Identify and manage initiative dependencies, critical path, and potential bottlenecks and risks, developing contingency plans and providing timely resolutions to maintain initiative momentum.
• Collect, analyze, and track metrics and factors impacting developer productivity and satisfaction
• Collaborate across engineering to enhance software development processes.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing across other departments

What You Need to Get the Job Done

• 8+ years of proven experience in program management, with a track record of successfully managing multiple technical initiatives simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through influence and strategic alignment to business OKRs.
• Proficiency in engineering methodologies, tools, and software (e.g., Agile, Scrum, JIRA, Wrike).
• Experience in driving and coaching teams in advancing software development processes and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent executive-level communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey initiative status, updates, and risks to key stakeholders and leadership.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance
• Generous leave policies that include 4 weeks of vacation, 12 company holidays, parental leave, and volunteer time off so you can enjoy quality of life

At BambooHR, we're building something different: we're building a people intelligence platform that transforms HR and sets people free to do great work! We're a proven market leader driving innovation while building lasting success through thoughtful, sustainable growth. Here, you'll find a place that champions growth: both professional and personal, both individual and collective.

We invest in potential, giving you the space to stretch your capabilities and turn good ideas into reality while providing the safety net of a supportive, values-driven culture. Our approach combines meaningful work with meaningful lives, offering competitive benefits, professional development, and the flexibility to thrive both in and outside the office.

What sets us apart isn't just what we do, but how we do it: with openness, integrity, and a shared commitment to doing the right thing. Join us in creating HR software that makes work better for everyone, while we make work better for you.

BambooHR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you would like to request accommodations, please let your recruiter know.

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