Sr. Technical Program Manager

Saga is building the foundation for a new era of the internet: the Web3 multiverse. Our mission is to empower developers to launch thousands of sovereign chains effortlessly, unlocking unprecedented scalability, flexibility, and creativity in decentralized applications.

We provide the tools, infrastructure, and ecosystem support for builders to bring their most ambitious ideas to life — without compromise. As part of the Saga team, you’ll be shaping the future of blockchain infrastructure and enabling a world where every application has its own optimized environment.

What You’ll Do 

As a Senior Technical Program Manager, you will be at the heart of Saga’s engineering execution. You’ll own the delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives that span blockchain protocol development, distributed infrastructure, validator operations, and developer tools. You will work closely with engineering leads, product managers, designers, and external partners—including external validators—to ensure smooth coordination for network upgrades and operational readiness. Your role will ensure all stakeholders, from engineering to validators, are aligned so Saga continues to ship high-quality, high-impact capabilities at startup speed.

Responsibilities:

● Lead large-scale, technical programs from inception to launch, ensuring strategic alignment and flawless execution which will include (but not limited to):

● Collaborating with engineering, product, and design teams to define scope, timelines, and success metrics.

● Planning and execution of key engineering projects, from initial scoping to final delivery.

● Identifying risks, manage dependencies & bottlenecks, implement contingency plans proactively, and work

with stakeholders to resolve them.

● Coordinating schedules, track deliverables, and maintain clear project documentation.

● Track progress using agile methodologies, data-driven metrics, and transparent reporting.

● Facilitate cross-functional communication and alignment across multiple teams, ensuring priorities remain clear and achievable.

● Drive process improvements that increase engineering efficiency and delivery predictability.

● Partner with leadership to translate product vision into executable roadmaps.

● Ensure effective communication between engineering, product, design, QA, and external collaborators.

Required Qualifications:

● 5+ years of experience in program or project management roles for engineering departments, ideally within high-growth technology companies.

● Ability to maintain a clear view of the broader product and technical roadmap while breaking it down into actionable steps, driving day-to-day execution without losing sight of strategic goals.

● Proven track record managing complex, technical initiatives across multiple teams.

● Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and agile delivery model.

● Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.

● Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

● Technical fluency — able to engage deeply with engineers and understand system-level tradeoffs.

Nice to Have:

● Experience in blockchain, Web3 protocols, or decentralized systems.

● Familiarity with smart contract platforms, developer tooling, or infrastructure-as-a-service.

● Past experience in a startup or scale-up environment.

● Background in developer relations or ecosystem growth.

Why Saga

● Join a mission-driven team building foundational Web3 technology.

● Remote-first flexibility with HQ in Los Altos, CA.

● Competitive compensation, equity, and potential token incentives.

● Opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in blockchain infrastructure.

● A culture of collaboration, curiosity, and builder empowerment.