Technical Program Manager

About Us:

Versana is an industry-backed data and technology company on a mission to make the syndicated loan market better. By digitally capturing agent banks’ data on a real-time basis and centralizing it onto a single platform, Versana provides unprecedented transparency into loan level details and portfolio positions, bringing efficiency and velocity to the entire market. Through our platform, participants can rest assured they are accessing the loan market’s most credible source of deal information.

About You:

Versana is looking for a highly motivated Technical Program Manager to lead end-to-end execution of a strategic software development initiative, from product inception through go-to-market launch. 

This role owns both:

·       Software development program execution across multiple Scrum teams

·       Definition, alignment, and tracking of the go-to-market strategy 

You will operate at the intersection of Engineering, Product, Compliance, Marketing, Sales, and Executive Leadership to ensure the product is delivered on time, production-ready, and successfully launched into the market. This is a high-visibility role with direct impact on company growth. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Program Leadership 

·       Own end-to-end delivery of complex technical programs, from planning and design through launch and operationalization.

·       Develop detailed program plans, timelines, milestones, and success metrics.

·       Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and blockers, ensuring predictable execution.

·       Facilitate effective communication across engineering, product, and leadership teams. 

·       Additional duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned from time to time as operational needs evolve. 

·       Periodically work outside standard business hours, such as during infrastructure upgrades and/or releases.

Technical Expertise

·       Partner with Product Managers to translate product requirements into technical workstreams.

·       Understand architecture, APIs, data flows, and system components to effectively drive discussions and challenge technical decisions when needed.

·       Work with engineering leads to break down complex problems into executable work.

·       Support design of scalable, reliable, and secure solutions.

·       Coordinate across engineering, DevOps, and UX teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.

Agile & Delivery Governance

·       Drive scalable Agile execution across multiple Scrum teams

·       Establish and track KPIs for program success, ensuring transparency for stakeholders.

·       Drive continuous improvement in program management processes, tooling, and communication.

·       Directly manage Technical Project Managers

·       Coach delivery leaders on planning discipline and stakeholder management

Stakeholder & Communication Management

·       Deliver clear, concise program updates to executives and cross-functional leaders.

·       Align teams on priorities, scope changes, and trade-offs.

·       Build trust and create a collaborative program culture.

Go-To-Market Strategy Execution

·       Partner with Product, Marketing, Sales, and Compliance to define the GTM roadmap

·       Align engineering milestones with GTM milestones

·       Track launch readiness across technical and business functions

·       Coordinate beta programs, feature flag rollouts, and phased releases

·       Ensure regulatory, security, and operational readiness prior to launch

Must Have: 

·       10+ years in technical program/project management

·       Proven experience leading multi-team software programs (enterprise-grade preferred)

·       Demonstrated ownership of product launch or major feature go-to-market initiatives

·       Strong understanding of SDLC, DevOps, CI/CD, cloud architecture

·       Experience operating in fintech or regulated environments

·       Experience managing TPMs, PMs, or Scrum Masters

·       Executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role.  It is not intended to create a contract of employment for any specific duration of time or on any set or fixed terms. Employment with Versana is at‑will, meaning that either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.  This role is designed and expected to be classified as exempt under applicable law. 

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