Technical Program Managers

Technical Program Manager Job Summary

The SCI Institute

The SCI Institute is a world‑class research institute located within the new Warnock Engineering Building on the University of Utah campus. We are a highly dynamic, driven group of over 170 faculty, staff, and students. The overarching goals of the SCI Institute’s scientific computing research are to create new techniques, tools, and systems, by which scientists may solve problems affecting various aspects of human life.

We believe that to advance the state‑of‑the‑art and create meaningful computational solutions for such complex systems, one needs to advance research in a number of areas within scientific computing, including: visualization, simulation, and modeling. The SCI Institute presents a highly challenging, collaborative work environment that can be deeply rewarding for the right individual. Further information is available at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Technical Program Manager III/IV provides leadership and strategic oversight for large‑scale, complex technical initiatives supporting advanced research computing, artificial intelligence, data science, cyberinfrastructure, and digital transformation efforts. This position is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of technical programs from concept development through deployment and ongoing operations, ensuring successful delivery of program objectives, stakeholder outcomes, and organizational priorities.

The incumbent serves as a key liaison between technical teams, researchers, university leadership, government agencies, industry collaborators, and external partners, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. The position oversees multiple concurrent projects involving software development, cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, advanced computing, privacy‑enhancing technologies, and research data platforms. Key programs include the NSF‑funded SAFE‑AI (Sandbox for Accelerated Feedback and Experimentation for AI Innovation), National Data Platform (NDP), and PARAPET (Prototype Architecture for Research Advances using Privacy Enhancing Technologies) initiatives.

The Technical Program Manager III operates with a high degree of independence, leading complex projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing program risks, and driving successful execution across organizational boundaries. The Technical Program Manager IV serves as a recognized subject matter expert and senior strategic leader responsible for directing highly complex, multi‑institutional programs, influencing organizational priorities, and guiding the successful delivery of mission‑critical initiatives with national impact.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Location:

Campus, Salt Lake City, UT

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time

Shift: Day

Pay Rate Range:

• Tech Program Manager III- $90,000 to $118,000
• Tech Program Manager IV- $105,000 to $128,000

Program Leadership and Strategic Execution

• Lead and oversee the planning, execution, delivery, and operational transition of multiple complex technical programs and projects.
• Develop program strategies, roadmaps, milestones, and performance metrics that align with the projects, sponsor, and stakeholder objectives.
• Ensure successful execution of large-scale initiatives supporting artificial intelligence, advanced cyberinfrastructure, research computing, cloud platforms, data ecosystems, and emerging technologies.
• Coordinate program activities across multiple institutions, departments,…