Technical Project Manager

Technical Project ManagerLocation: Austin, TX (Hybrid 3 days On-Site and 2 days Remote)Duration: 6-12 MonthsJob DescriptionThe Crypto Services team and is responsible for protecting some of the most sensitive data at Apple - cryptographic keys. This team runs Apple's PKI and provides highly available, fault-tolerant PKI and encryption services that are leveraged across various teams and support almost every Apple product including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, Apple TV, iTunes, iCloud, App Store, Apple Pay, and more.We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Project Manager to join a fast-paced, security-focused engineering organization. This is a hands-on contract role supporting the delivery of a complex, security-focused SaaS program. The PM will partner closely with engineering leads to manage roadmaps, track priorities, ensure cross-functional alignment, and drive accountability across multiple concurrent projects.This person will serve as a supporting PM to the lead engineering program manager, with a focus on detailed project planning and tracking, translating technical work into clear stakeholder updates, and drafting and publishing key communications across the organization.Key Qualifications:· 5+ years of experience in technical project or program management· Strong background in project planning, tracking complex deliverables, and establishing timelines· Goal-oriented and highly motivated; able to work under minimal supervision in a multi-functional environment· Proven ability to manage rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of ambiguity· Effective presentation, oral, and written business communication skills across various audiences and levels· Strong decision-making ability — balances risks and benefits for the overall good of the program· Experience working on security-focused SaaS programs a plus· Experience leveraging AI-powered tools to standardize repetitive tasks and drive efficiency improvementsDetails:The technical project manager will track action items, prepare documentation, effectively communicate project status, and manage risk. This is a hands-on position where the Project Manager will be involved in analysis, testing, proof-of-concept, management of deliverables across the team.· Lead multiple cross-functional projects by providing project leadership and daily management through the full project life cycle, tracking action items, prepare documentation, and effectively communicate project status to stakeholders at various levels· Manage risk and actively seek problem resolutions· Resolve cross-functional and business issues· Translate complex technical work into clear, concise stakeholder updates and communications· Build positive relationships with multi-functional internal organizations· Navigate and execute in an environment of ambiguity, leading teams to successful delivery of solutions· Support analysis, testing, and proof-of-concept activities as neededBA/BS in Computer Science or related field. Project management certif