Coconut

Technical Program Manager - Job Code: 51674204457

Coconut Kenya 1 day ago
product

At Coconut 🥥, we connect founders and businesses with top-tier remote talent while prioritizing meaningful, reliable partnerships. We believe success happens when everyone wins. Clients achieve their goals, and our virtual professionals find purpose and growth in their work. We're currently looking for top talent to fill the role below:


Role
: Technical Program Manager

Monthly Rate: $2500

Availability: 40 hours/week

Time Zone: IST or EST

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What to Prepare:

1️⃣ English Proficiency Rating – You will need to enter your CEFR English proficiency level in the application form. If you’re unsure of your rating, you can take a quick assessment here: EF SET Quick Check.

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Requirements

Experience Needed:

-Directly lead, coach, and manage multiple software engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning

-Serve as the first line manager, managing team schedules and performance

-Define high engineering standards, best practices, architecture, and design patterns for team adherence and quality assurance

-Provide in depth technical feedback on tech stacks, integration, and design patterns to accelerate candidate development without contributing code to the codebase

-Act as the technical product owner, defining the capstone project vision, strategy, and technical objectives

-Translate program requirements and learning objectives into detailed user stories, prioritize features, and define technical and non functional requirements such as scalability

-Drive end to end delivery, identify technical tradeoffs, eliminate blocking issues, and manage execution across cross functional teams

-Conduct high validity technical screening interviews and in depth evaluations to assess candidate proficiency and potential throughout the training lifecycle

-Facilitate and manage the end to end consultant delivery process, ensuring quality preparation and efficient workflow

-Participate in special projects or tasks as assigned

Good to have:

-Prior people management or team leadership experience

-Background in academia/education/bootcamps (e.g., education manager, university trainer/mentor)

Non-negotiable Requirements:

-6+ years of hands-on professional experience in software development and operations using technologies such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or DevSecOps.

-Strong architecture and system design sense, with demonstrated experience developing frameworks and APIs and a strong commitment to quality and attention to detail.

-Ability to deep dive into tech stacks, integration, and design patterns to provide expert guidance and technical feedback to accelerate candidate development.

-Proven ability to thrive in dynamic, fast paced environments where goals and requirements are constantly evolving.

-Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to effectively interface with multi functional teams on topics including product requirements, system architecture, and project schedules.

-Demonstrable commitment to fostering a growth mindset and driving continuous self-improvement, acting as a leader by example

Industry/Tools Experience:

- Java/Python/JavaScript/DevSecOps.

Benefits

We’re all about uplifting lives in Coconut and we make sure we provide benefits that support work-life balance, well-being, and growth. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of the Coconut Community! ✨

Competitive Salary – We recognize your skills and experience with a great compensation package.
13th Month Pay – Enjoy an extra month’s salary—because who doesn’t love a little bonus?

Paid Time Off – Recharge with 12 days of PTO to use however you like—vacation, self-care, or just a break from it all!
US Holidays Off – Enjoy 12 paid US holidays throughout the year.
Maternity & Paternity Leave – We support growing families with dedicated leave for new parents.

Comprehensive Healthcare – We’ve got you and your family covered with quality healthcare benefits.
Life Insurance* – Our full-time HMO plan includes life insurance for extra peace of mind.
Mental Health Support – Prioritize your well-being with access to mental health consultations and wellness resources.

Milestone Gifts & Birthday Treats – We celebrate your achievements and make your special day even better!
Exciting Team Experiences – Think island getaways, virtual town halls, and regional meetups—because work should be fun, too!

Stay Connected – Be part of a supportive network where you can learn, grow, and connect with amazing people.

Some benefits may vary. Full details will be provided during the onboarding process.