Technical Program Manager

Job Description

Must have skills required :

Agile Methodologies, Agile (Scrum/Kanban), Technical Delivery, Product Roadmap, Cloud Infrastructure, Jira, Azure DevOps, Software Architecture

Good to have skills :

Problem Solving Skills, Risk Management

Stupa Sports Analytics (One of Uplers Clients) is Looking for:

Technical Program Manager who is passionate about their work, eager to learn and grow, and who is committed to delivering exceptional results. If you are a team player, with a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference, then we want to hear from you.

Role Overview Description

- Stupa Analytics is looking for an experienced and dynamic Technical Program Manager to lead strategic technology initiatives, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality solutions in our sports analytics ecosystem. The ideal candidate combines a robust technical program management background with strong product thinking, ideally bringing exposure to product management practices. You will foster collaboration, provide accurate effort estimations, implement strategic roadmaps, and contribute meaningfully to product development processes.
- You should thrive in a fast-paced environment, driving cross-team collaboration, strategic alignment, and continuous delivery of valuable outcomes.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and oversee technical projects from inception to successful delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and product roadmaps.
- Lead strategic implementation of technical initiatives, translating high-level business and product goals into actionable plans and clear deliverables.
- Collaborate closely with Product Management and Engineering teams to incorporate product thinking, user-focused design principles, and business requirements into the technical planning and delivery processes.
- Provide accurate effort estimations and detailed project planning, effectively managing resource allocation, timelines, dependencies, and risks.
- Facilitate Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), promoting transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across project teams.
- Foster a strong, collaborative culture emphasizing product mindset, customer value, and high-quality technical execution.
- Clearly communicate project progress, risks, and decisions to stakeholders, ensuring visibility and alignment throughout the organization.
- Mentor and guide teams on best practices in technical delivery, agile methodology, and strategic product thinking.
- Drive transformational and improvement initiatives such as cloud migrations, security compliance projects, and process optimizations.
- Actively participate in shaping product strategy discussions, ensuring technology strategies and product roadmaps are aligned and mutually reinforcing.

Requirements:

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related technical field (Master's preferred).
- Minimum of 6+ years experience as a Technical Program Manager, Project Manager, Delivery Manager, or similar roles, preferably in technology-driven or SaaS environments.
- Demonstrated experience and exposure to product thinking, user-centric approaches, and collaboration with Product Management teams.
- Solid experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and proficiency with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar project management software.
- Proven ability in strategic planning, accurate effort estimation, and project execution across cross-functional teams.
- Strong technical background with understanding of software development lifecycles, software architectures, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and modern technology stacks.
- Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to align technical execution with product and business objectives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, strategic mindset, and proactive approach to risk management.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Exposure or previous experience in a formal Product Management role or relevant product-focused responsibilities.
- Relevant professional certifications such as PMP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM-I), or SAFe Agilist.
- Previous experience or interest in sports analytics, sports technology, or SaaS platforms.

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