Technical Product Manager (Hybrid)

Cella Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 102,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Cella Inc. is seeking a Technical Product Manager in Orlando, FL to oversee technical discovery for an evolving digital platform. You will map architectural baselines, define future-state requirements, and align feature prioritization with long-term business goals.

The role requires 5+ years in backend-focused product management, strong API/API documentation skills, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration with architects and engineers in a fast-paced, contract environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager focused on backend platforms, RESTful APIs, and cloud architecture.
• Ability to trace complex data flows and analyze unfamiliar architectures across enterprise codebases.
• Proven track record of cross-functional influence and driving technical alignment without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead product vision, release schedules, and backlog management for core backend platforms.
• Audit microservices, legacy APIs, and codebases to reduce technical debt and improve throughput.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and Lead Engineers to translate requirements into backend architectures and data flows.
• Author technical requirements, API contracts, and detailed developer stories.

Skills

Backend platforms

RESTful APIs

Cloud architecture

Cross-functional leadership

Technical storytelling

KPI ownership

Communication

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Smartsheet

Job description

Location: Orlando, Florida
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $70 - 74 per hour

Our client, a industry leader in hospitality and entertainment, is seeking a Technical Product Manager to oversee technical discovery for an evolving digital platform. You will be responsible for mapping architectural baselines, defining future-state requirements, and aligning feature prioritization with long-term business goal.

Responsibilities

• Lead product vision, release schedules, and backlog management for core backend platforms.
• Conduct audits on existing microservices, legacy APIs, and codebases to eliminate technical debt and optimize platform throughput.
• Work side-by-side with Solution Architects and Lead Engineers to convert complex requirements into backend architectures and data flows.
• Author technical requirements, functional specifications, API contracts, and detailed developer user stories.
• Serve as the central point of contact between technical teams and other teams to resolve dependencies and negotiate scope.
• Lead daily delivery, sprint planning, and risk management for dedicated engineering teams, keeping stakeholders informed of critical dependencies.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager focused on backend platforms, RESTful APIs, and cloud architecture.
• Backend Systems Literacy: Demonstrated ability to trace complex data flows, analyze unfamiliar architecture, and perform deep discovery across enterprise codebases.
• Matrix Leadership: Proven track record of building cross-functional trust, forging consensus, and driving technical alignment without direct authority.
• Technical PM Mechanics: Advanced expertise writing technical user stories, system specifications, and API documentation using Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet.
• Proven ability to define key metrics, showcase KPI ownership on a resume, and continuously leverage data to justify product decisions and measure system performance.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communicator skilled at tailoring technical details for non-technical leadership and architectural leads.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with enterprise e-commerce transaction engines (e.g., inventory holds, core search indexing, dynamic pricing, or booking platforms).
• Previous hands-on background as a Software Engineer or Technical Business Analyst managing legacy system modernizations and API rollouts.

JOBID: 072026-138266#PL

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Location/Region: Orlando, FL (32819)

At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Benefits

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)