Program Manager - Java

Requirements

Must have:

- Bachelors degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience - Over 8 years of project/program management experience managing large scale, cross-functional initiatives - Proven ability to establish trust with sponsors and key stakeholders through consistent delivery of business priorities - Successful track record of delivering high-visibility, complex programs in challenging environments - Strong skills in navigating and influencing within matrixed organizations - Collaborative and adaptable under pressure - Experience managing initiatives from inception through to delivery - Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical decision-making abilities - Deep understanding and direct experience with project management tools and methodologies - Ability to communicate complex information clearly - Experience overseeing the planning and support of business application components

Responsibilities:

- Lead technical discussions with development teams to grasp system architecture, design, and integration points, leveraging strong Java expertise - Identify technical risks early, driving resolution through teamwork with architects, developers, QA, SRE/DevOps, and partner teams - Support teams with dependency management, service interactions, and operational readiness - Ensure engineering decisions are data-driven and architecture designs align with long-term product strategies - Manage the full lifecycle of software development programs, ensuring predictable timelines and high-quality deliverables - Coordinate cross-functional efforts among various stakeholders, maintaining clear ownership - Establish program dashboards, KPIs, and communication tools for visibility across the organization - Promote continuous improvements in estimation, sprint execution, release management, and operational readiness - Collaborate with DevOps and platform engineering for CI/CD pipeline effectiveness and environment stability - Advocate for the technical strategy and ensure clear communication of program goals to non-engineering stakeholders - Build strong relationships across the organization to facilitate collaboration with business owners and product managers - Foster a culture of engineering excellence and mentor teams in program execution best practices - Champion clarity and structure while remaining adaptable to changing business needs

Company:

We are a leading company based in Phoenix, AZ, seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager (TPM) with in-depth knowledge of Java-based software development. This hybrid, full-time role offers competitive hourly rates between $75 and $85. As an integral member of our software development team, you will report directly to Senior Development Managers and work to bridge the gap between engineering and cross-functional stakeholders. We value a collaborative work environment that promotes engineering excellence and adaptability while providing strong benefits to support our employees in their growth and success.