Technical Program Manager - Media & Cloud

Job Title:

Technical Program Manager - Media & Cloud

Job Location:

Hybrid, 2 to 3 days in office, Toronto, ON
Job Type: Contract

Experience:

5 to 8 Years
Rate: CAD 65 - 75 per hour

Near Source Technologies is looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead complex technology programs involving cloud platforms, software development, and cross-functional engineering initiatives. The role will work closely with Product Management, Engineering, UX, and business teams to plan and deliver technical programs from design through implementation. The ideal candidate has experience working with software development teams, understands cloud and distributed systems, and can manage program dependencies, risks, delivery plans, and stakeholder alignment across multiple teams.

• Lead technical programs and initiatives from planning and design through implementation and delivery.
• Develop outcome-focused delivery plans and establish alignment across multiple teams and functions.
• Partner with engineering leadership and software development teams to define delivery plans, milestones, and priorities.
• Manage program dependencies, risks, issues, and impediments throughout program execution.
• Monitor delivery progress and refine plans based on priorities, risks, and dependencies.
• Facilitate collaboration across Product Management, Engineering, UX, and business teams.
• Communicate program status, milestones, risks, and achievements to technical and business stakeholders.
• Identify potential roadblocks and coordinate with teams to resolve delivery challenges.
• Maintain stakeholder alignment and provide visibility into progress against program objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives, lessons learned, and improvements to delivery processes.
• Support the use of program management practices and tools across technical initiatives.

• 5 to 8 years of experience in Technical Program Management or a similar role within the technology or software industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. PMP certification.
• Experience working directly with software development teams on complex, multi-team initiatives.
• Experience working in Agile software development environments. Demonstrated knowledge of distributed systems, cloud services, and cloud platforms.
• Experience managing stakeholders across technical teams, business functions, Product Management, and UX.
• Experience preparing presentations and written communications covering program status and progress.
• Experience managing technical programs involving multiple dependencies and work streams.
• Ability to drive urgency, operational discipline, and continuous improvement across program delivery.
• Experience using technical tools to support program execution and delivery.

• Strong experience in Technical Program Management within technology or software environments.
• Hands-on experience working with software development teams on complex, multi-team initiatives.
• Working knowledge of distributed systems, cloud services, and cloud platforms.
• Experience with Agile software development practices and program delivery.
• Strong experience managing program dependencies, risks, issues, and impediments.
• Experience developing and maintaining technical delivery plans and program roadmaps.
• Familiarity with the Media and Entertainment industry.
• Experience working with VFX, film, television, or related digital media products.
• Strong stakeholder management experience across technical and business teams.
• Ability to communicate program status, risks, milestones, and outcomes to different stakeholder groups.
• Strong facilitation, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience using technical tools to support program execution and delivery.

• Experience leading technical programs involving cloud products or platforms.
• Knowledge of system design and data analytics.
• 5+ years of experience driving program delivery within Agile environments.
• Experience working on technical programs with direct connections to customers and business stakeholders.

Near Source Technologies is a trusted partner for future-ready software consulting, enabling Fortune 500 enterprises to accelerate digital transformation. Our global engineering teams build and deploy impactful technology for some of the world's most admired brands, working directly on long-term client initiatives.

Near Source Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or background. Innovation thrives when everyone feels empowered to contribute.