Technical Project Manager
Herndon, VA
KYM Advisors is seeking a Technical Program Manager to support a 1 year contract in the DC Metro area. This will be a hybrid role with 2 to 3 days of telework.
As a Technical Project Manager (TPM) with hands on expertise in AWS, Java/Python Full Stack development, and AWS Cloud Migration, you will plan, execute, and oversee complex technology projects with hands-on development involvement. You will ensure successful delivery by managing cost, effort, timelines, and client communications, while driving technical excellence and aligning solutions with business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, execute, and oversee end-to-end delivery of technology projects involving AWS infrastructure, Java Full Stack applications, Python development and cloud migration initiatives.
- Define detailed project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, cost estimates, and effort tracking.
- Manage budgets and control project costs to ensure delivery within approved financial limits.
- Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle—from initiation, design, development, testing, deployment, to closure—ensuring adherence to project objectives and quality standards.
- Perform architecting, hands-on development and technical troubleshooting as needed to support the project team, including coding and deploying Java Full Stack applications, Python and AWS cloud services.
- Lead AWS Cloud Migration activities, including assessment, planning, execution, and optimization of cloud resources.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate technical risks, including those related to cloud architecture, application development, and integration.
- Collaborate closely with engineers, developers, DevOps, and CIO teams to ensure technical solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements.
- Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to clients, leadership, and cross-functional teams through regular updates, reports, and presentations.
- Manage client expectations proactively, handling escalations and resolving conflicts with a focus on maintaining strong client relationships.
- Coordinate large-scale technology changes and cloud migration events to minimize disruption and maintain production environment stability.
- Partner with all stakeholder resources to ensure seamless execution of project tasks and timely delivery of changes.
- Facilitate design, implementation, and testing phases by coordinating technical resources and validating deliverables against project goals.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by incorporating lessons learned and industry best practices in cloud migration and full stack development projects.
- Monitor project performance metrics, including cost, effort, scope, and schedule, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to cloud-based solutions.
- Mentor and support junior team members in technical and project management skills related to AWS and Java Full Stack development.
Minimum Requirements
- 6 plus years of experience managing technical program to include financials
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Proficient technical and project management skills related to AWS and Java Full Stack development.
- Strong understanding of Agile frameworks and experience applying them in practice.
- Experience managing projects in an agile environment, including sprint, release, and PI planning.
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with JIRA, Confluence and Apptio
Preferred Requirements
- Finance and Risk Management experience would be a plus.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, SAFe Agile PM preferred