Torch.AI · 11 hours ago
Technical Program Manager
Leawood, KS
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expTorch.AI builds the government’s AI-native control layer, aiming to ensure the U.S. operates its own AI infrastructure for decisive operational decisions. The Technical Program Manager will blend program management, technical awareness, and deployment coordination for mission-critical AI and data platforms across various environments, driving cross-functional execution and ensuring technical alignment.
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No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution of complex technical programs supporting DoD and Intelligence Community customers
Define scopes, requirements, milestones, and dependencies in coordination with product, engineering, security, and mission teams
Manage Agile ceremonies, epics, user stories, and backlog priorities—providing technical context to ensure accurate scoping and sequencing
Maintain detailed project roadmaps, risk registers, and communication plans to support mission outcomes
Serve as the primary customer-facing point of contact, delivering updates, facilitating coordination, and ensuring mission alignment
Maintain composure and sound judgment while operating in high-pressure, time-sensitive, and classified environments
Coordinate cross-functional teams to support customer onboarding, training, and platform adoption
Provide leadership and alignment across engineering disciplines, product managers, customer stakeholders, and security teams
Oversee integration of Torch.AI capabilities into customer IT ecosystems, including JWICS, SIPR, NIPR, commercial cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), and private networks. Note: work is done in coordination with engineering teams
Create and manage integrated master schedules, including documentation and ticketing
Support and supervise deployments—not as the primary engineer, but as a hands-on technical coordinator capable of tracking and monitoring engineering tasks against a program schedule
Coordinate and support task execution, backlogs, and milestones
Ensure deployments meet security, compliance, and data-handling requirements for classified domains in coordination with security and compliance teams
Work closely with DevOps, data, and software teams to ensure environment readiness and technical compatibility
Review and validate technical deliverables against program requirements
Translate customer needs into actionable requirements and acceptance criteria for engineering teams
Operate in compliance with DoD and IC cybersecurity standards, including CUI handling, secure networking workflows, and domain-specific deployment constraints
Maintain strong situational awareness of defense mission operations and end-user needs
Collaborate with security teams to validate that deployment practices meet security, accreditation, and operational guidelines
Qualification
Required
Ability to obtain clearance with sponsorship
6+ years in program management, systems engineering, solutions engineering, technical operations, or equivalent role supporting software systems
Demonstrated experience delivering complex technical projects in defense, intelligence, or high-security domains
Understanding of software development lifecycles, APIs, data workflows, cloud environments, and modern software practices
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences
Experience supporting deployments, technical cutovers, or operational readiness events
High emotional intelligence, mission focus, and ability to lead cross-functional teams in high-pressure environments
Preferred
Active DoD security clearance
Direct experience working across classified and unclassified networks (JWICS/SIPR/NIPR)
Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled systems, data platforms, or API-driven architectures
Experience with AI software platforms and data environments
Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, SAFe, or DoD 8570/8140 qualifications
Benefits
Equity participation for all employees within the first 12 months
Competitive salary + quarterly performance bonus
Unlimited PTO + 11 paid company holidays
High-growth, mission-driven environment with significant professional development opportunities
Weekly in-office catering at HQ
401(k)
Medical
Spending Accounts
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability & Illness
Voluntary Benefits
Commuter benefits up to $300/month (tax-free)
Company
Torch.AI
Torch.AI provides Data Infrastructure AI™ software to make data more available, useful, and valuable.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$30MKey Investors
WestCap
2021-03-17Series A· $30M
Leadership Team
Brian Weaver
Founder, Chairman, & CEO
Jon Kramer
Chief Technology Officer
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