Job Description

Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) Engineering Strategy

The Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a pivotal role within our organization, playing a crucial part in driving the success of our Dedicated Cloud product line. This position is designed to be embedded within or closely connected to the Product Management team, serving as a bridge between engineering, product strategy, sales and execution. The TPM will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and various stakeholders to ensure the seamless development and delivery of product roadmaps/goals, and ensuring the development of scalable, high-impact solutions.



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Key Responsibilities:

Program Management and Communication:

Develop and implement a structured program for managing new requirements, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring efficient resource allocation. Establish effective communication channels to keep all stakeholders informed about project progress, changes, and key decisions.

Engineering and Product Strategy Alignment:

Partner with Dedicated Cloud product managers to align engineering strategies with product roadmaps and goals, ensuring a unified approach. Serve as a trusted advisor to the product management team, providing technical insights and ensuring strategic alignment with the overall Dedicated Cloud vision. Provide insights on sovereignty related scenarios to drive product alignment to customer requirements. Participate in shaping long-term product roadmaps, evaluating technical feasibility, and guiding strategic initiatives. Oversee engineering teams' progress, ensuring they are on track with the product vision, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high-quality standards. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering and product teams to manage dependencies, address challenges, and achieve product milestones.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

Build and nurture strong relationships with product managers, engineering leads, designers, and other cross-functional teams to foster a cohesive product development environment. Effectively communicate product goals and translate them into actionable engineering tasks, ensuring a shared understanding across teams. Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, simplifying complex technical concepts and requirements for clear communication.

Risk Management and Problem-Solving:

Proactively identify and assess risks related to engineering projects, technical debt, and product scope, and propose mitigation plans. Lead the charge in resolving technical challenges that may hinder product development timelines, quality, or scope.

Qualifications and Skills:

Extensive experience in a technical program management role, preferably within the cloud computing or software development industry. Strong technical background with a deep understanding of software development methodologies, cloud technologies, and engineering processes. Exceptional strategic thinking abilities and a proven track record in aligning engineering efforts with product strategies. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build consensus and drive alignment across diverse teams. Proficiency in risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making, with a proactive and organized approach to work. Experience in creating and executing program roadmaps and managing complex projects. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.