Technical Program Manager

Role: Technical Program ManagerLocation: Complete RemoteDuration: 6 - 12 MonthsOverviewThe Payroll for the Future (P4TF) program is a strategic, enterprise-wide initiative transforming Org's global payroll operations and technology infrastructure. The Technology Strategy Workstream is focused on delivering a future-ready, AI-enabled payroll platform - spanning Workday localization, automation, systems rationalization, and integration governance across 40+ countries.This TPM role supports the Technology & Strategy Workstream within the DET IT Finance & Employee Success (FIN/ES) organization, operating under the Delivery Assurance & Operations pillar and working in close partnership with our internal IT delivery team, Product Management, and Engineering.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram & Workstream DeliverySupport day-to-day execution of the PFTF Technology Strategy Workstream, including Workday localization, automation priorities, and systems rationalization activitiesTrack and maintain program health, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple concurrent work tracksManage and maintain GUS (internal Agile tracking) epics, stories, and project-level health status; ensure updates are completed per program cadence (weekly by Wednesday 8:30am CST)Maintain Smartsheet program tracking in alignment with program standards; as requiredFacilitate and participate in recurring program cadences including Daily IT Standups, Weekly Cross-Team meetings, Tech Strategy/Change Management syncs, and any additional required cadences yet to be scheduled.Risk, Issue & Dependency Management (RAID)Proactively identify, track, and escalate risks, issues, actions, and dependencies (RAID) across the workstreamMaintain RAID log in GUS; escalate critical path issues impacting planning deadlines to program leadsApply baseline change management practices to protect team capacity and proactively communicate roadblocks to leadershipRequirements & DocumentationSupport documentation and control frameworks as requiredWork with Product to support action items throughout discoveryDrive process adherence and sign-offsFuture State Design & Quality AssuranceFacilitate future-state payroll process design sessions with cross-functional stakeholdersEnsure defined service level agreements are in place and operational metrics are trackableSupport end-to-end testing activities including UAT coordination across integrations and systemsContribute to quality and governance standards across the workstreamStakeholder Engagement & CommunicationBuild strong working relationships with internal TPMs, Product Owners, Engineering Managers, Policy leads, and Change Management teamsSupport preparation of executive-ready status updates, SteerCo readouts, and program-level communications.Operate as a trusted delivery partner; surface observations, risks, and recommendations clearly and constructivelyRequired Qualifications5+ yearsof Technical Program Management experience in large-scale enterprise IT programsDemonstrated experience supporting HR/Payroll technology implementations, with Workday experience strongly preferredStrong understanding of Agile/SAFe delivery methodologies; experience working in sprint-based execution environmentsProficiency with program tracking tools such as GUS (Agile/Jira-based), Smartsheet, and/or equivalentExperience managing RAID logs and applying change management practices in complex, multi-stakeholder programsProven ability to manage cross-functional dependencies across engineering, product, and business workstreamsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills; comfortable operating at all levels of an organizationExperience working within large enterprise environments with 50K+ employees preferredStrong documentation and requirements management skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience with global payroll systems, multi-country Workday localization, or similar HR technology transformation programsFamiliarity with our internal technology ecosystem (Workday, SPIFF, Benefits platforms, ERP integrations)PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, or SAFe certificationExperience supporting vendor rationalization or RFP/sourcing processesComfort working in an AI-augmented delivery environment (e.g., using AI tools for documentation, summarization, and status tracking) - smartsheetsKey PartnershipsThis role works closely with the following internal stakeholders:IT Lead / Program Oversight:Senior Director, ES TechnologyProduct Management:Director, Product Management (Workday/HR)Director, Software EngineeringProgram Management:Senior Director, Portfolio ManagementPolicy Workstream Lead:Program Lead, PolicyChange & Enablement:Manager, Change & EnablementIT TPM Delivery Lead:Technical Program Manager, Senior ManagerSuccess Criteria:RAID items tracked and updated on cadence with no critical items falling through the gapsGUS project health reflects accurate, up-to-date status weekly.Workstream deliverables (requirements, documentation, process designs) completed on schedule and to quality standards.Proactive escalation of risks and blockers; no surprises for program leadership.Strong cross-functional working relationships established within 30 days of engagement.