Technical Program Manager

Job Description

Following success in recent engineering roles, VANRATH are delighted to now assist this highly reputable SaaS client in their search for a Technical Program Manager. This role will support programs that align with company requirements and business needs during a key part of this company's growth. The ideal candidate will be coming from a strong technical background, with a solid understanding of technical requirements and delivery methods.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to £100,000
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Private medical and dental insurance.
  • Group life assurance and income protection.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Stock options.

Contributions:

  • System Architecture Expertise: Understands program domain architecture, ensuring development and changes do not disrupt system dependencies.
  • Strategic Vision: Balances the big picture (efficiency, scalability, customer experience, business goals) with engineering needs for building, maintaining, and extending features. Integrates these considerations into project planning.
  • Problem-Solving: Identifies patterns, connects solutions across teams, and improves efficiency in projects and processes.
  • Technical Communication: Clearly conveys detailed technical knowledge (verbally, in writing, and through diagrams) to engineering teams, explaining the purpose and business goals of solutions.
  • Process Assessment: Evaluates engineering practices for testing, triage, and maintenance, collaborating with managers to ensure effective project delivery methods.
  • Organisational and People Skills: Excels in multitasking, conflict resolution, and managing diverse teams.
  • Key Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, design, communication, and collaboration abilities focused on customer success.

Qualifications:

  • Comprehensive understanding of business objectives (e.g., customer experience, organisational goals) and technical requirements (e.g., architecture, performance).
  • Deep awareness of engineering needs for sustainable feature development and maintenance.
  • Proven ability to eliminate blockers, organise teams, and maintain consistent productivity.
  • Experience collaborating with technical managers to secure resources, set priorities, define milestones, and ensure successful delivery.
  • Skilled at reporting program status to senior leadership and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Expertise in defining and tracking success metrics when not already established.
  • Educational background: Bachelor's/Master's degree or equivalent.


For further information on this vacancy, or any other IT job in Belfast or wider NI, please apply via the link below or contact Sean Doherty in the strictest confidence.

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