Technical Program Manager 1

Overview

This is a remote position that will start as a 7 month engagement that could extend up to 18 months. You must work PST hours and preference is for someone who sits on the West Coast.

Our innovative client, a global leader in technology and entertainment, is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team. As a partner with Aquent, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of strategic initiatives within a prominent division, directly impacting how content is managed, developers are supported, and groundbreaking entertainment experiences reach audiences worldwide. This is your chance to contribute to a vibrant ecosystem and leave a lasting mark on an industry-defining platform.

About the Role

• Manage operations and program management for the independent developer program, including tracking game titles through the internal review and approval process.
• Oversee budgets for the independent developer program, including the developer support fund and other financial initiatives.
• Manage the portfolio review list, which involves playing and recommending games for subscription services, showcases, and new hardware launches.
• Revamp the portfolio review list and integrate it into the customer relationship management (CRM) system using internal development tools.

This role will also contribute to:

• Building out processes for new initiatives, such as the developer acceleration program and managed/unmanaged title review workflows.
• Ensuring all processes are sustainable and well-documented by creating training materials, maintaining clear documentation, and managing stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the operation and program management for internal content acquisition and developer relations.
• Oversee budgets for developer support initiatives and other strategic funds.
• Manage the content portfolio strategy, including playing and recommending content for a premier content subscription service and new hardware launches.
• Revamp the content portfolio strategy and integrate it into internal management systems using a development operations platform.
• Build out processes for new initiatives, such as developer support programs and managed/unmanaged internal content processes.
• Ensure all processes are sustainable and well-documented, including creating training materials and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Interface with internal stakeholders on technical and/or project matters from initiation through delivery.
• Create and maintain program/project schedules and status reports.
• Develop functional specifications and/or requirements that guide implementation decisions.
• Provide technical and/or analytical information and secure necessary approvals.
• Organize cross-functional activities to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of Project/Program Management including end to end project lifecycle management (experiencing using tools such as MS Project, ADO, Power BI, Excel and CRMs such as Dynamics of Salesforce)
• Must have 2+ years of experience with Technical Documentation & Requirements Gathering, writing functional specs, requirements, and scope documents (experience with Confluence, SharePoint or similar)
• Must have 2+ years of budget management & financial tracking experience (experience with Excel or financial tracking systems)
• Experience in process development, documentation, and stakeholder management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively interfacing with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to provide technical insights and make data-driven decisions.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.