Technical Program Manager

Job Description

About Us : Handpickd specializes in delivering fresh, high-quality vegetables and other food items directly from the farm to our customers’ doors. Our mission is to bring farm-to-table freshness while promoting sustainable, ethical practices within the food industry. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Product Manager with a strong B2C background and a passion to join our growing team. Handpickd was founded in 2022, by the founders Anant Goel, Nitin Gupta, and Sahil Madan. . The Technical Program Manager (TPM) will be responsible for assisting in the execution of technical projects for our consumer-facing application. In this role, you will work alongside engineering, product, and design teams to manage timelines, ensure smooth delivery, and track project progress. You will also help resolve blockers, provide status updates, and collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and high-quality delivery. Key Responsibilities : Program & Project Management : – Assist in managing and tracking the progress of technical projects related to the consumer app. – Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, product, design) to ensure timely and successful delivery of features. – Support the creation of clear project timelines, goals, and milestones. – Help manage day-to-day project tasks, ensuring alignment and communication between teams. Cross-Functional Collaboration : – Work with product managers and engineers to gather project requirements and ensure alignment with product goals. – Assist in facilitating communication between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aligned. – Support the coordination of resources and dependencies to drive projects forward. Technical Support & Problem Solving : – Support technical decision-making by providing input on issues or risks that may impact project delivery. – Assist in resolving technical roadblocks and helping teams stay on track. – Learn and grow in technical areas to provide better support to engineering teams. Monitoring & Reporting : – Regularly track project progress and assist in reporting status updates to senior stakeholders. – Support the identification and resolution of risks or issues that may delay timelines. – Document technical processes, project requirements, and technical decisions for future reference. Quality Assurance & Testing : – Help coordinate with QA teams to ensure that features and updates are tested thoroughly. – Ensure that the delivered product meets the defined specifications and quality standards. – Monitor post-launch performance and help address any issues that arise after release. Continuous Improvement : – Contribute to process improvements and help optimize project workflows. – Assist in streamlining communication and documentation practices within the team. Qualifications : – Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. – 1-2 years of experience in technical program management, project coordination, or a related role in a consumer app environment. – Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). – Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Trello). – Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. – Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, with attention to detail. – A proactive problem solver with a desire to learn and grow in the technical field. Nice to Have : – Familiarity with mobile app development (iOS/Android) or experience working with mobile teams. – Exposure to cloud platforms or basic understanding of backend systems. – Experience with consumer-facing applications and understanding of their technical needs. (ref:hirist.tech)