Technical Product Manager - Cybersecurity SaaS Platform
Job description
Role Overview: At Astra Security, we just launched the coveted API Security Platform and are now venturing into Autonomous Pentesting using AI - an experience that helps teams discover, test and secure Web & Mobile applications, Cloud and APIs at scale. As a Technical Program Manager, you’ll orchestrate multi-team initiatives including Platform engineering, Vulnerability Scanners (for DAST, Cloud, API & Mobile) and new scanners - driving them from 0→1 to GA.
You’ll pair strong business analytics with hands-on fluency in either TypeScript (preferable) / Go (Golang) / Python to shape scope, trade-offs and execution alongside SDEs and other Leads. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role working directly with the CTO, Engineering Manager and Product team. Here's what's in it for you.
Technical Expertise: Be the go-to expert in one or more core technologies (TypeScript or PHP
- Laravel/Symfony) and take initiative to learn new ones. Design and implement medium-to-large features that push the platform forward while reducing technical debt and improving maintainability. Lead architectural discussions and ensure smooth integration across platform services, scanners and microservices. Be hands-on with writing code , contributing a good amount of time with development tasks as required. Project Management: Lead and manage the full project lifecycle along with the Tech leads & engineers in ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, monitor progress and report on project status to stakeholders. Balance priorities and trade-offs across multiple initiatives, keeping alignment between engineering execution and business objectives. Own and improve SDLC best practices across the organization. Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineers, QA, product owners, leadership and other stakeholders to keep initiatives aligned and outcomes successful. Effectively communicate project goals, timelines, and expectations to cross-functional teams. Coordinate team members providing effective feedback and moderating discussions. Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks early , proactively implementing mitigation strategies to keep initiatives on track. Handle unexpected challenges with resilience and adaptability. Ownership and Operations: Own the production operation, ensuring timely delivery of technical projects and monitoring system performance. Evolve the architecture to support future requirements and define its SLAs. Leadership and Management: Step in as an Engineering Manager when needed , providing clarity, leadership and guidance to the team. Support team growth by managing career development, performance, expectations and overall well-being. Define and adapt processes that fit the team’s maturity level, balancing agility with the discipline needed for scale. Impact and Evolution: Champion innovation by pushing boundaries in autonomous pentesting, vulnerability scanners, and new product initiatives. Make an impact on the whole tech organization/product engineer teams. Lead the 0→1 journey of upcoming products in the platform along with respective Tech Lead/SDEs.
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