Job Description & Details
The demand for seasoned Technical Program Managers who can also act as Scrum Masters is soaring as companies accelerate digital transformation initiatives. This hybrid role bridges strategic program oversight with agile delivery, making it a pivotal position for driving complex, cross‑functional projects to success. If you thrive in fast‑paced, onsite environments and have a strong track record of delivering results, this opportunity in Redmond offers a high‑visibility platform to showcase your expertise.
Job Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Technical Program Manager who will also serve as the Scrum Master for multiple high‑impact initiatives. The candidate will own end‑to‑end program delivery, facilitate agile ceremonies, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and ensure alignment with business objectives while working onsite in Redmond, WA.
Top 3 Critical Skills Table
| Skill | Why it's critical | Mastery Level |
|---|---|---|
| Program Management | Guarantees strategic alignment, risk mitigation, and delivery of large‑scale technical initiatives. | Senior |
| Scrum Mastery (Agile Facilitation) | Drives team velocity, removes impediments, and ensures continuous improvement. | Senior |
| Stakeholder & Communication Management | Aligns diverse technical and business stakeholders, securing buy‑in and smooth execution. | Senior |
Interview Preparation
- Describe your experience managing a multi‑year technical program with several interdependent projects.
What the interviewer is looking for: Ability to plan, track, and adjust large‑scale initiatives; metrics used; governance model. - How do you balance the responsibilities of a Program Manager and a Scrum Master when conflicts arise?
What the interviewer is looking for: Understanding of role boundaries, conflict resolution tactics, and prioritization frameworks. - Give an example of a time you removed a critical impediment for an agile team. What steps did you take?
What the interviewer is looking for: Proactive problem‑solving, stakeholder escalation, and measurable impact on delivery. - What metrics do you track to assess program health and sprint performance?
What the interviewer is looking for: Familiarity with KPIs such as ROI, burn‑down/up charts, velocity, and risk registers. - Explain how you manage cross‑functional dependencies across engineering, product, and operations.
What the interviewer is looking for: Coordination techniques, communication cadence, and tools (e.g., RACI, dependency maps).
Resume Optimization
- Technical Program Manager
- Scrum Master
- Agile Delivery
- Cross‑functional Leadership
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Program Governance
- Sprint Planning & Facilitation
- Redmond, WA
- 10+ years experience
Application Strategy
When reaching out to the recruiter, send a concise email that greets the recruiter, briefly introduces yourself, and attaches your updated resume. Explicitly highlight your top skills that match the role—such as program management, Scrum Mastery, and stakeholder coordination—and reference any relevant projects where you delivered large‑scale technical outcomes. Make sure to mention your eligibility to work in the U.S. (e.g., USC, GC, H1B) as noted in the posting.
Career Roadmap
| Current Role | Typical Experience | Core Focus | Next Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Program Manager – Scrum Master | 10+ years leading complex programs & agile teams | End‑to‑end delivery, stakeholder alignment, agile coaching | Senior Director of Program Management |
| Senior Director of Program Management | 12‑15 years, multiple large portfolios | Strategic portfolio oversight, organizational transformation | VP of Engineering / VP of Program Management |
| VP of Engineering / VP of Program Management | 15+ years, executive leadership | Enterprise‑wide technology strategy, P&L responsibility | Chief Technology Officer (CTO) |