Technical Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Technical Project Manager (TPM) is a critical, cross functional role that combines deep technical knowledge with expert project management skills and commercial acumen. The TPM is responsible for bridging the gap between technical development teams and business stakeholders, ensuring that software projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic business goals.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Define and document project scope, objectives, requirements, and success criteria, translating business needs into technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets
• Implement and enforce project methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, Agile) for efficient workflow
• Act as the main communication bridge between technical teams (engineers, architects) and nontechnical stakeholders (product managers, executives, clients)
• Provide clear, concise, and regular project status updates, resolving conflicts, and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Coordinate work across various cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Product, QA, Operations).
• Exceptional Communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to "translate" technical details for a non-technical audience
• Ethical mindset with commitment to responsible AI principles.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Risk Management and contingency planning skills
• Budget Management and resource allocation
• Organizational and Time Management skills to juggle multiple projects and competing priorities

LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides guidance and/or leadership to others, including indirect reports, peers, or managers

ANALYTICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVING

• Visionary, strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate business and technology trends
• Strong business acumen with analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solving to quickly address technical challenges and make informed, complex decisions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Preferred Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA, MS in AI, Data Analytics, or Technology Preferred Management)
• Continuous professional development or certification in AI/ML Preferred (e.g., Google AI, Microsoft Azure AI, or Stanford AI Professional Program) are advantageous.
• 7-10+ years of progressive experience in business strategy, Required digitcal transformation, or technology leadership roles.
• 3-5 years leading AI, analytics, or machine learning projects with Preferred measurable impact.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and budgets Preferred
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

Additional information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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