Technical Program Manager (TPM)

The Internet lacks a protocol for money. Lightspark is building the tools and services to make it happen. Lightspark builds enterprise-ready infrastructure for open payments for the Internet at scale using the Lightning Network. An always-on, low-cost, universal payment network will completely transform how money is moved, enabling businesses and developers to transform existing solutions and build new financial systems, services, and processes accessible to everyone, transcending geographical restraints. Lightspark is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, but serves the world.

At Lightspark, we are pioneering the future of payments by leveraging the Bitcoin network and diving deep into the capabilities of the Lightning Network. Our mission is to build a secure and robust payment infrastructure that bridges the gap between traditional finance and cryptocurrency.

What you’ll be doing:

• Program Execution: Lead the end-to-end execution of medium to large-scale programs across multiple teams and functions.
• Project Planning: Define project scopes, milestones, and timelines. Develop detailed project plans with input from engineering and product stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the main point of contact for project status, risks, and dependencies. Facilitate clear communication between all stakeholders.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and proactively manage project risks and issues. Develop contingency plans and ensure appropriate escalation paths.
• Metrics and Reporting: Track key performance indicators, progress metrics, and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Technical Understanding: Collaborate with engineering teams to understand architecture, dependencies, and trade-offs, helping to guide prioritization and decision-making.

What we’re looking for:

• 3–6 years of experience in Technical Program Management or equivalent role in a technology-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), and modern tech stacks with flexibility in their application.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex programs on-time and within budget.
• Experience working with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar project management platforms.
• Hands-on technical experience or background (e.g., prior engineering or systems role).
• Experience in a high-growth startup or fast-paced tech environment.
• Familiarity with cryptography, cryptocurrencies, or stablecoins.
• Experience working on zero to one projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is ideal but not required. We appreciate and acknowledge that some of the best talent comes from non-traditional backgrounds.
• Ability to work onsite in our HQ in Los Angeles, California.

Lightspark is on a mission to build an open payment protocol for the Internet at scale and therefore we’re committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace to reflect the customers we serve. We welcome interest from individuals of all backgrounds and levels of experience who share our mission. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the State of California Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.