Technical Program Manager

Title: Technical Program ManagerLocation: Redmond, WADuration: 8 monthsCompensation: $60-90/hrWork Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.In this role, the Technical Program Manager will support the research team that is working on the future of input and interaction for augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). This role will focus on managing cross-functional software programs through the planning and execution phases while working with researchers and engineers. Other aspects of the job will include communicating with stakeholders, coordinating resources and timelines, and interfacing with partner teams in research.  RESPONSIBILITIES ● Work with internal research/engineering teams to define roadmaps/milestones, track statuses of multiple projects, lead regular check-ins (weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.), identify and escalate dependencies and risks, seek and reduce inefficiencies ● Develop, maintain, and hold teams accountable to schedules while accounting for technical challenges and available resources ● Coordinate cross-functional interactions/dependencies and align disconnected teams ● Communicate program progress to cross-functional stakeholders through internal posts and meetings ● Organize and maintain information and task management systems ● Develop new lightweight processes as needed and improve existing processes based on feedback/retrospectives, keeping teams moving fast while minimizing unnecessary overhead ● Work with researchers to coordinate human subjects research experiments, including lab setup and data collection and analysis operations  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS ● 4+ years of experience as a technical program manager, working with engineers or researchers and driving project progress and schedules ● Experience in software development, firmware, system engineering or human-computer interaction ● Excellent computer skills and proficient with spreadsheets (G Suite, Excel) ● Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, proactiveness, and resourcefulness Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple concurrent activities with ambiguity and to work successfully under pressure  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS ● Experience in program management, process definition/improvements, relevant tools and methodologies (e.g. Agile) ● Experience with research, academic, and/or startup environments ● Experience working autonomously with team members from diverse backgrounds (scientists, engineers, program managers, supply chain, finance contacts, lawyers) and teams at different levels in the organization  EDUCATION ● Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience in areas of computer science, machine learning, and/or human computer interaction required ● MBA, M.S./Ph.D. or other related advanced degree preferred.  Our benefits package includes:Comprehensive medical benefitsCompetitive pay401(k) retirement plan…and much more!About INSPYR SolutionsTechnology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about .INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities