Product Operations Manager (Technical Focus)

This is a remote position. We’re seeking a highly organized and technically fluent Technical Program Manager to support cross-functional execution across product, engineering, and operations. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong project management skills with a solid technical understanding of how digital systems work. You will not be coding, but you must be comfortable discussing APIs, backend/frontend architecture, deployments, and technical workflows with engineering teams. This is a hands-on operational role. Beyond managing timelines and tracking deliverables, you will work directly with tools such as CMS platforms, analytics dashboards, and other digital systems to support execution. You will play a key role in ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, aligned with product goals, and executed with operational excellence. Responsibilities: • Build and manage project timelines across cross-functional teams • Ensure on-time delivery of product and operational initiatives • Coordinate closely with engineering, product, and operations teams • Translate business and product requirements into actionable execution plans • Work directly with tools such as CMS platforms and analytics systems • Monitor progress, identify blockers, and proactively drive solutions • Maintain clarity and alignment across stakeholders • Support deployment and release coordination when needed This role goes beyond running stand ups and writing Jira tickets. It requires hands-on operational ownership. Language Requirement: Full professional fluency in English (written and verbal) is mandatory. Requirements Technical Foundation • Strong understanding of how backend and frontend systems interact • Familiarity with APIs and how API calls function • Understanding of deployments and environments (development, staging, production) • Ability to communicate effectively with engineering teams Project & Delivery Management • Proven ability to create and manage timelines • Experience keeping teams accountable to deadlines • Strong organizational and execution skills • Comfortable working with project management tools (e.g., Jira or similar) Product & Operational Mindset • Strong product logic and structured thinking • Ability to understand feature scope and dependencies • Hands-on experience with CMS platforms and/or analytics tools preferred • Willingness to execute operational tasks directly, not purely coordinate Personal Attributes • Detail-oriented and proactive • Strong communicator • Solution-oriented mindset • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment Nice to have: • Previous experience in a product-led digital company Background in engineering or technical roles (not required, but valued) Originally posted on Himalayas