Technical Program Manager

BCforward; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Technical Program Manager in Vancouver, WA (Hybrid) for a contract lasting 11 months. The role focuses on agile software product development, cross-functional program leadership, and metrics-driven delivery to ensure on-time, high-quality software for print NPIs.

Responsibilities include defining technical designs, decomposing work, planning multiple projects, managing risk, and reporting performance across management levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent competence.
• Typically 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience delivering commercial software using agile development practices and cross-organizational programs.

Responsibilities

• Scope and define technical design and delivery approach for software features, solutions, and products supporting print NPIs.
• Refine requirements, decompose work into customer-valued deliverables, and identify synergies with existing HP systems.
• Plan and execute multiple projects or programs, communicating status and decisions across levels of management.
• Perform program analysis, manage risk, drive course corrections, and elevate issues when required to protect scope, schedule, and quality.
• Continuously assess and improve software development lifecycle processes and quality plans.
• Define, track, and report key metrics and performance indicators to drive cross-functional execution.

Skills

Agile delivery

Cross-functional leadership

Metrics-driven delivery

Requirements decomposition

Risk management

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Lifecycle management tools

Job description

Job Title: Technical Program ManagerLocation: Vancouver, WA (Hybrid)Duration: Contract - 11 monthsPay Range: $38.92/hr to $50.95/hr.Job ID: 410065

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager to join our software organization. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in agile software product development, cross-functional program leadership, and metrics-driven delivery and a proven ability to scope technical designs, drive execution across teams, manage risk, and deliver on-time, high-quality software for print New Product Introductions (NPIs).

Responsibilities:

• Scope and define technical design and delivery approach for software features, solutions, and products supporting print NPIs.
• Refine requirements, decompose work into customer-valued deliverables, and identify synergies with existing HP systems.
• Plan and execute multiple projects or programs, communicating status and decisions across levels of management.
• Perform program analysis, manage risk, drive course corrections, and elevate issues when required to protect scope, schedule, and quality.
• Continuously assess and improve software development lifecycle processes and quality plans.
• Define, track, and report key metrics and performance indicators to drive cross-functional execution.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience delivering commercial software using agile development practices.
• Proven ability to manage cross-organizational software programs from initiation through release.
• Hands-on experience defining, developing, and reporting engineering and program metrics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with large-scale systems.
• Experience with controlled software release processes and product lifecycle management tools.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent competence.
• Typically 4-6 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in NPI program management for hardware-adjacent or embedded software products.
• Experience coordinating across Marketing, Design, and R&D in hybrid environments.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth with global clients
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.