Technical Program Manager

As a Technical Program Manager at WitnessAI, you will lead the planning and execution of complex technical programs from start to finish. This includes defining program objectives, facilitating communication between teams, managing project timelines and documentation, and understanding technical requirements to serve as a bridge between both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

To apply for the Technical Program Manager position at WitnessAI, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, with a Master’s preferred. You should also possess proven experience in a similar role within a technology-driven environment, strong understanding of software development lifecycles, and proficiency with project management tools like JIRA or Asana.

At WitnessAI, we believe in fostering professional development. As a Technical Program Manager, you will have opportunities for continuous learning and growth. With our support for ongoing education and professional development, you’ll be able to expand your skill set, advance your career, and stay updated on the latest technologies and methodologies in the industry.

Technical Program Managers at WitnessAI enjoy a competitive salary ranging from $180,000 to $220,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, a generous vacation policy, and a flexible hybrid working environment. We prioritize your well-being and work-life balance.

For the Technical Program Manager role at WitnessAI, proficiency with project management tools such as JIRA, Asana, or Trello is essential. These tools assist in creating and maintaining detailed project plans, schedules, and documentation necessary for the success of our technical programs.

In answering this question, focus on specific examples where you've successfully managed large-scale programs. Highlight how you defined project goals, aligned teams, and navigated challenges to achieve success.

Discuss your approach to fostering communication between diverse teams. Provide examples of how you've facilitated meetings, used visual aids, or adapted your messaging to ensure clarity and alignment.

When discussing prioritization, emphasize your ability to assess project impact, stakeholders’ needs, and resource availability. Share frameworks or tools you've used to establish priorities and manage timelines effectively.

Highlight your proactive approach to risk management. Share an example of a potential risk you've identified in a previous project and how you developed a mitigation plan to address it, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Explain your use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to track program success. Provide examples of specific metrics you've implemented in past roles to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of technical programs.

Offer a real-world example where your influence led to a positive outcome for a project. Highlight your communication style and how you focused on the stakeholder's interests to guide their decision-making.

Discuss your process for collaborating with stakeholders to understand high-level business objectives. Explain how you translate these goals into technical requirements, ensuring every initiative aligns with the company’s vision.

Share your understanding and practical application of agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban. Discuss any certifications you hold and how you've implemented these practices to increase team collaboration and project efficiency.

Explain your strategies for continual learning, such as attending industry conferences, participating in online courses, or engaging with professional networks to stay informed about new technologies that may impact your work as a TPM.

Provide a specific situation where you identified an inefficiency in a process, the steps you took to address it, and the outcomes of your improvements, illustrating your impact on overall project efficiency.