Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries. Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security. With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, and an incredible team with talent and integrity.

Role Overview

The Senior Technical Project Manager (Senior TPM) leads complex technical programs that span multiple teams and require cross‑functional coordination. This role bridges team‑level delivery excellence with broader organizational impact, owning programs with greater technical complexity and stakeholder breadth. The Senior TPM operates as an individual contributor, driving program outcomes through influence, technical understanding, and strong stakeholder relationships.

What You’ll Do

Program Delivery & Execution

- Lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs spanning 2‑5 engineering teams through the full SDLC.
- Develop and maintain detailed program plans including milestones, critical path, dependencies, and resource needs.
- Use Agile metrics and data-driven analysis to steer work to successful completion, identify risks early, and recommend corrective actions.
- Report on program health for all active programs, ensuring stakeholders have clear visibility into status, risks, and trade-offs.

Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate deliverables across teams with shared dependencies, ensuring alignment on priorities and timelines.
- Facilitate technical discussions to surface integration risks, dependency conflicts, and sequencing challenges.




- Communicate and track deliverables with external dependencies and/or customers.
- Chair program-related meetings, ensuring clear action items, owners, and due dates.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

- Identify and implement opportunities to improve team and cross-team effectiveness.
- Contribute to the development of repeatable, scalable processes for program execution and release readiness.
- Track and communicate delivery health metrics, using data to drive continuous improvement.
- Proactively identify gaps in process and execution and recommend solutions.

Stakeholder Communication

- Produce and communicate program health documentation to all program stakeholders, bridging technical and business contexts.
- Provide clear, concise updates to senior leadership on program status, risks, and trade-offs.
- Build effective working relationships across Engineering, Product, and other functional teams.

Coaching & Mentorship

- Coach engineering teams in Agile principles and practices.
- Mentor junior Technical Project Managers, sharing best practices and helping develop their program management skills.
- Facilitate retrospectives that surface actionable improvements and drive team learning.

What We’re Looking For

- 5+ years of technical program or project management experience, with demonstration of delivery of complex, multi-team programs.
- Experience with project management in continuous deployment or Agile environments.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience using data and metrics to assess program health and recommend solutions.
- Technical fluency sufficient to understand software architecture, assess dependencies, and participate in trade‑off discussions.
- Demonstrated understanding of software development and test methodologies.




- Robust written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Demonstrated decision‑making skills, interpersonal skills, and leadership qualities.
- Experience influencing outcomes across teams without direct authority.
- Ability to learn new technology quickly and effectively.

Compensation & Benefits

$110,000 – $160,000 (CDN) a year

Position Type: Current Vacancy

- Generous time off policies
- Competitive compensation
- Volunteer opportunities
- Reward and recognition programs
- Employee committees & resource groups
- Healthcare and retirement benefits

Legal and Compliance

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact (email protected) should you require any accommodations.

All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.

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📌 Senior Technical Project Manager - Engineering Team (Ottawa)
🏢 Magnet Forensics
📍 Ottawa