Technical Program Manager

Compunnel, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A cloud transformation services company seeks a Technical Program Manager in Costa Mesa, CA, to lead mainframe to cloud migration initiatives. This role focuses on coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring successful project execution in fast-paced environments. Candidates should have experience with cloud platforms, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with tools like JIRA and ServiceNow. This position offers opportunities to drive impactful cloud transformation projects.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supporting mainframe to cloud migration programs.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies and software engineering concepts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support mainframe to cloud migration programs.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for effective program execution.
• Manage risks, escalations, and dependencies effectively.

Skills

Mainframe to cloud migration

Cloud technologies

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Collaboration skills

Tools

JIRA

ServiceNow

Kanban

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager with experience supporting large-scale mainframe to cloud migration initiatives. This role focuses on driving execution across cloud transformation programs, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery in fast-paced environments. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, along with a solid understanding of cloud technologies and software engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support mainframe to cloud migration programs, ensuring successful planning and execution.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and business stakeholders.
• Drive program execution with a strong focus on timelines, deliverables, and outcomes.
• Manage risks, escalations, and dependencies in a fast-paced environment.
• Facilitate meetings, provide status updates, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
• Collaborate with developers and technical teams to ensure effective solution delivery.
• Support operational activities such as system upgrades, maintenance windows, and incident tracking.
• Utilize tools such as JIRA, ServiceNow, and Kanban boards for tracking and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to IT service management (ITSM) processes and best practices.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with client-facing and internal teams.

Required Qualifications

• Experience managing or supporting mainframe to cloud migration programs as a Technical Project or Program Manager.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud technologies, and software engineering concepts.
• Experience supporting open-source and cloud-based application environments.
• Strong organizational and execution skills with attention to detail.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments with the ability to manage escalations.
• Proficiency with tools such as JIRA, ServiceNow, Kanban, and ITSM frameworks.
• Experience in operations support, including upgrades, maintenance, and ticket management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across teams.
• Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn.