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Kraken · 1 day ago

Technical Program Lead

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$180K/yr - $220K/yr

Kraken is a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. The Technical Program Lead will own the technical part of a major client program, managing relationships and overseeing the migration process while ensuring client needs are met through effective technology delivery.

Software

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Managing the relationship with key technology and exec stakeholders from the client and potential Partners. Being the escalation point for any technical issues and client concerns

Defining success criteria and governance for delivering the technical pillar of the program

Owning the Kraken platform localisation plan to meet client expectations while matching Kraken roadmap

Summarising and articulating client needs, considerations, timelines, etc internally as structured input for the successful and timely execution of any required technology platform localisation and development

Directing internal Kraken software developers contributing to the client program, as well as potential external Partners, on tech platform deliverables to ensure an overall successful and timely technology migration

Supporting the client meets their business needs via the delivery of tech

Understanding the Kraken infrastructure, aligning client direction with the overall goal for the Kraken platform & business

Setting up training programs to upskill the technical arm of the client

Being an advocate for the Kraken way of delivering tech and supporting the client in shifting their mindset around tech delivery

Qualification

Program managementTechnical mindsetSoftware adaptationTechnical aptitudeBusiness acumenExceptional interpersonal skillsCommunication

Required

Technical mindset, experience in engineering-led industries

Sector-relevant experience in managing complex technology implementation or migration programs

Proven experience in software adaptation, deployment and integration

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Communication: You need to be confident in calling out approaches that aren't best for the client and always striving for simplicity. You need to be able to communicate the context behind decisions relating to the platform & client priorities. You must be able to build strong relationships and credibility amongst senior stakeholders, balancing the needs of the client with Kraken's business needs and platform potential and constraints

Program management: Confident in managing a long term, fast paced program. Can be both high level and dive into detail when required. Ability to directly manage a team and manage processes that can drive the right outcomes for clients

Strong technical aptitude: We are looking for a logical thinker who has strong problem solving skills within an agile working framework. Must quickly be able to grasp the technical capabilities and constraints of the Kraken platform. Is an advocate for the continuous deployment approach we take at Kraken and champions building tech iteratively

Business acumen: Able to understand business goals of both client and Kraken, putting all technology decisions into context to ensure measurable success can be achieved and celebrated

Benefits

Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options including FSAs

Paid time off — we know working hard means also being able to recharge as needed, we trust our employees to get the work done and take the time they need

401(k) plan with employer match

Parental leave. Biological, adoptive and foster parents are all eligible.

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Flexible working environment: you need to shift around your schedule? You do you, we genuinely believe in work/life balance.

Equity Options: every Octopus employee owns part of the business. We’re a team, working together towards huge goals. Every person is crucial to our success, you should be rewarded as such.

Modern office or co-working spaces depending on location

Company

Kraken

Kraken is a global customer and culture platform for energy, water, and broadband. It is a sub-organization of Octopus Energy Group.

Founded in 2019

London, England, GBR

1001-5000 employees

https://kraken.tech

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