Overview

About the Role

Quest Software is seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the delivery of cutting-edge AI initiatives within our Center for Advanced AI Architecture. This high-impact role blends program management expertise with a strong understanding of AI technologies to drive complex, cross-functional efforts that enhance our products and deliver measurable outcomes.

As a TPM, you will be at the heart of innovation—coordinating across multiple teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and maintaining execution momentum. You’ll dive deep into project details while keeping a clear view of the broader vision, enabling smooth delivery across squads and platforms.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Program Execution & Tracking

Maintain visibility into project status, risks, and dependencies across squads.

Ensure timely delivery by managing cross-team communication and coordination.

Planning & Process Facilitation

Lead planning rituals such as project prioritization and maintenance/product team planning.

Drive process improvements to keep teams organized and unblocked.

Cross-Platform Project Management

Own timelines for large, multi-team initiatives.

Track risks and dependencies to prevent delivery slippage.

Maintain project documentation, timelines, and progress boards.

Ensure accountability for delivery milestones.

Facilitate communication across Product Managers, Engineering, and Leadership.

Translate technical complexity into clear, actionable plans.

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

Collaborate with finance and leadership to define program budgets and resource allocations.

Monitor expenditures and optimize costs across initiatives.

Ensure financial accountability and provide regular budget status updates to stakeholders.

KPI & Metrics Management

Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success.

Use data-driven insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

Report progress and outcomes to leadership using dashboards and structured updates.

Qualifications

Required Technical Skills

Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, architectures, and workflows.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.

Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.

Proficiency in tools such as:

Jira, Confluence, GitHub

Project tracking tools

Documentation and collaboration platforms (e.g., Notion, Miro)

Ability to read and understand technical documentation

Other Skills & Competencies

8+ years in a Technical Program Manager, Delivery Manager, or Product Operations role.

Excellent technical fluency — able to collaborate with engineers and translate complexity into clarity.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Exceptional organizational and systems thinking.

Comfortable driving process in environments with or without formal agile or scrum structures.

Experience in financial planning and budget management for technical programs.

Ability to forecast resource needs and manage program budgets effectively.

Ability to shift between tactical execution and strategic planning.

Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities.

Located in the Cork, Ireland area.

Program Management Sr. Advisor

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