[Remote] Senior Technical Program Manager - Insurance Systems

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Porch Group is a leading vertical software and insurance platform, focused on helping homebuyers protect their homes. They are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to oversee key insurance initiatives, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery of programs that involve software products, engineering teams, and business stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesStrategic program planning including timelines, and success metrics for technical insurance initiativesDevelop program roadmaps and align initiatives with business strategyFacilitate communication between engineering, product, design, and other teams. Ensure alignment of objectives, deliverables, technical dependencies, and timely deliveryPossess deep understanding of relevant technologies. Guide teams in technical decision-making, architecture, and problem-solvingAnticipate potential obstacles, develop risk management plans, and implement corrective actions to keep programs on trackServe as the primary point of contact for program status, updates, and escalationsFacilitate regular check-ins and reporting to senior leadership and cross-functional partnersManage and communicate changes in project scope, priorities, and requirements. Ensure teams adapt effectively to evolving business needsEnsure transparency and accountability across all workstreamsPartner with engineering leads to scope technical work, define dependencies, and manage resource allocationEnsure deliverables meet business, technical, and compliance standards. Oversee testing, validation, and documentation processesUnderstand system architecture and data flows to anticipate integration challenges and guide resolutionApply knowledge of home insurance workflows, regulatory requirements, and policy administration systems to guide program decisionsCollaborate with underwriting, claims, and support teams to ensure technical solutions meet business needsEvaluate and refine development processes, tools, and workflows to enhance efficiency, quality, and team satisfactionMonitor KPIs and program metrics. Prepare status reports, dashboards, and post-mortem analyses to drive continuous improvementImplement best practices for documentation, communication, and change managementSkills10+ years of experience in technical program management, with at least four years in insuranceStrong understanding of home insurance systems, workflows, and regulatory considerationsProven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; able to synthesize technical and business information for diverse audiencesHighly organized with strong planning and prioritization skillsExperience with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)Experience managing programs that involve policy administration platformsExperience with policy system migrations, data migration, system integrations, configuration, and testing in insurance systemsAbility to manage vendor relationships and external dependenciesBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)PMP, CSM, or equivalent certificationBenefitsAdditionally, you will be eligible to receive long-term incentive awards, subject to program guidelines and approvals.Our benefits package will provide you with comprehensive coverage for your health, life, and financial wellbeing.Our traditional healthcare benefits include three (3) Medical plan options, two (2) Dental plan options, and a Vision plan from which to choose.Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident plans are offered on a voluntary basis.We offer pre-tax savings options including a partially employer funded Health Savings Account and employee Flexible Savings Accounts including healthcare, dependent care, and transportation savings options.We provide company paid Basic Life and AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability benefits. We also offer Voluntary Life and AD&D plans.Both traditional and Roth 401(k) plans are available with a discretionary employer match.Supportlinc is part of our employer paid wellbeing program and provides employees and their families access to on demand guided meditation and mindfulness exercises, mental health coaching, clinical care and online access to confidential resources including will preparation.LifeBalance is a free resource to employees and their families for year-round discounts on things like gym memberships, travel, appliances, movies, pet insurance and more.Our wellness programs include flexible paid vacation, company-paid holidays of typically nine per year, paid sick time, paid parental leave, identity theft program, travel assistance, and fitness and other discounts programs.Company OverviewPorch Group is a vertical software platform for residential environments. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.porchgroup.com.