Technical Director Job at AKQA (New York)

Director, Technical Program Management

The Director of Technical Program Management will lead strategic portfolio manag...

Location

United States , Bethesda

Salary:

Not provided

Aledade, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of program management, project management or product management experience and a track record of building solutions that create value
4 years of management experience
Deep understanding of product development lifecycles, software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban) and understanding of engineering processes.
Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including roles such as product managers, business analysts, engineers and designers
Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.
Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools commonly used in software development, such as Jira, Confluence, or GitHub.
Understanding of the specific risks associated with software development projects and the ability to develop and execute risk mitigation plans.

Job Responsibility

Program delivery leadership: Drive planning and execution across multiple teams and platforms, aligning initiatives to business outcomes and OKRs. Orchestrate dependencies, resources, and timelines to deliver reliably at scale. Serve as the accountable owner for portfolio health, including on-time delivery, scope integrity, and benefit realization.
Cross-functional leadership alignment: Create alignment among Product, Engineering, Analytics, Security and GTM on goals, scope, and success criteria. Provide clear, concise communications and executive-ready reporting on status, risks, and trade-offs to enable timely decisions.
Build and lead the technical program management organization
program governance and delivery excellence: Hire, develop, and coach TPMs, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Establish program governance, operating rhythms, and tooling (e.g., roadmapping, Jira, dashboards) that improve predictability and transparency. Define and track core delivery metrics (e.g., on-time rate, lead time, dependency aging) and implement data-driven improvements.
Risk, compliance, and quality management: Proactively identify and manage program risks, escalations, and change control to protect timelines and outcomes. Ensure delivery practices align with healthcare requirements such as data privacy and security (e.g., HIPAA), interoperability (e.g., HL7/FHIR), and, where applicable, certifications or regulatory considerations. Partner with Security, Compliance, and QA to prepare for audits, maintain release discipline, and uphold patient safety and product reliability.

What we offer

Flexible work schedules and the ability to work remotely are available for many roles
Health, dental and vision insurance paid up to 80% for employees, dependents and domestic partners
Robust time-off plan (21 days of PTO in your first year)
Two paid volunteer days and 11 paid holidays
12 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents
Six weeks paid sabbatical after six years of service
Educational Assistant Program and Clinical Employee Reimbursement Program
401(k) with up to 4% match
Stock options

Fulltime

Associate

We are searching for dynamic and ambitious Associate level talent to support Ate...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

Atelier Ten

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven track record of successfully leading, co-ordinating and delivering projects within the public and private sector
Proven track record of engaging and negotiating with senior management and peers on projects
Strong contractual knowledge
Proven track record of engaging with and influencing peers outside of formal management relationships
Proven track record of a commitment to and effective implementation of consistent standards and metrics
Demonstrable experience of team management coupled with an understanding of personnel issues, training, finances and development programmes
Understand the need for personal commitment to the business
Self-motivated and flexible to the needs of the business
Natural leader but can operate as part of a team
Self-motivated

Job Responsibility

Support the allocation and management of project resources
Understand current project resource requirements
Work with Technical Directors to identify future resource requirements and any recruitment needs
Work with the QEMS Leader on upholding and refining quality management systems
Work with Human Resources on training needs
Oversee management of overall team profitability and technical capabilities
Maintain consistency of project management across all projects in the team
Conduct regular team meetings creating a platform for team members to raise issues and share knowledge
Be committed to Climate Positive outcomes across all design disciplines
Demonstrate specialist knowledge in a discipline of engineering relevant to sustainability and Climate Positive solutions

What we offer

A competitive salary and benefits
Exciting and varied day to day work as part of a team
A flexible work environment
Excellent opportunities for career growth across our global network
Extensive training opportunities

New

Technical Director / Technical Theatre Instructor

The nationally-recognized Douglas Anderson School of the Arts Department of Thea...

Location

United States , Jacksonville

Salary:

48700.00 - 56430.00 USD / Year

Educational Theatre Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA or BFA in Theatre Arts, Design/Production, or related field. Master's Degree preferred
Experience teaching in the arts in a high school or collegiate environment and/or related professional experience in technical direction and/or design/production
Willingness to work evenings and weekends periodically based on production schedule.

Job Responsibility

Provide hands-on instruction in scenic construction, including best safety practices
Teach students the fundamentals of lighting design, hanging & focusing of light plot, and programming of light board
Educate on sound design, including audio equipment setup, operation, and live performance mixing
Offer expertise in theatrical fabrication & rigging and appropriate safety procedures
Instruct students on the use of computer aided drafting and its uses in theatre
Mentor and motivate students with a commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment that allows students to explore and take risks
Collaborate with technical coordination with the directors, choreographers, designers, and conductors to ensure continuity of productions
Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator
Serve as Technical Director for Main Stage, Black Box, and other productions (this duty will be shared with other Technical Theatre faculty members and/or outside artists). This includes technical support for other departments (Instrumental, Vocal, Dance etc) as needed.

What we offer

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, life)
Retirement
Wellness programs
Wellness coaching
Mental health counseling
Disease Management programs

Fulltime

Director of Engineering Operations

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP e...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

200000.00 - 245000.00 USD / Year

Whoop

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in software operations, technical program management, or engineering leadership within high-growth technology organizations
Proven success scaling engineering teams
Deep understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), Agile/DevOps practices, and incident management frameworks
Demonstrated experience defining and operationalizing engineering metrics (e.g., DORA, cycle time, developer experience)
Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to build dashboards, measure outcomes, and inform decisions through data
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with experience influencing across all levels of an organization
Hands-on operator who thrives in ambiguity and can build systems from the ground up before scaling them
Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and cross-functional programs
Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions

Job Responsibility

Engineering Metrics & Continuous Improvement - Define, implement, and manage engineering performance metrics (e.g., DORA, delivery throughput, cycle time). Translate insights into action through reviews, tracking, and reporting to leadership. Partner with Platform and QA teams to ensure data pipelines and dashboards are accurate and actionable
Hiring, Onboarding & Growth Enablement - Collaborate with Recruiting and leadership to improve hiring velocity and maintain quality. Build and continuously refine the engineering onboarding experience to reduce ramp-up time and increase new hire satisfaction. Design systems that help new engineers quickly understand WHOOP’s tools, systems, and culture
Incident Management & Reliability - Oversee the incident lifecycle — ensuring consistent classification, escalation, postmortems, and follow-through. Build accountability for reducing repeat incidents and improving reliability metrics. Collaborate with Platform and SRE teams on root-cause visibility and operational readiness
Operational Excellence & Cadence - Own and facilitate the operational rhythm of the software organization, including leadership syncs, Engineering Manager forums, quarterly reviews, and Software All-Hands. Establish feedback systems that promote alignment, accountability, and clear communication across teams. Identify organizational bottlenecks and develop scalable, data-driven solutions to improve flow and focus
Governance, Compliance & Communication - Serve as a bridge between Software and GRC, Legal, and Finance to ensure operational alignment on compliance, documentation, and governance. Own the Builder (Engineering) Blog and internal communications, maintaining transparency through dashboards, documentation, and reports
Financial & Vendor Management - Manage budgets for developer tooling, DX platforms, and operational vendors. Partner with Finance and Legal on procurement, ROI analysis, and vendor strategy. Ensure investments deliver measurable improvements in productivity and quality

What we offer

equity
benefits

Fulltime

Creature Development Supervisor

We are looking for a Creature TD Supervisor who reflects the innovative spirit, ...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of relevant professional experience
Fluent in Maya
4+ years experience as Maya rigger for advanced hero assets in digital animation, visual effects, games, commercials
Experience producing CG characters and creatures for visual media
Experience in corrective sculpting, understanding of anatomy and enveloping
Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Experience with Python scripting
Proficiency with Linux

Job Responsibility

Supervise teams for the set-up of creature pipeline, implementation and supervision of the creature technical director artist group including rigging, simulations (muscle, hair, plus simulations), destruction and crowds when applicable
Triage and troubleshooting related to assets/setups across disciplines
Troubleshoot technical issues and provide recommendations
Work with the technical management department to suggest technical advancements and tools to create efficiencies
Partner with the Production and Bidding team to create accurate bids and schedules
Delegate assignments and act as the creative, technical, and morale lead for the creature technical director team
Provide constructive feedback on crew performance, making recommendations and resolving issues
Mentor junior level and newly hired creature technical directors
Works with the Production team representative and Animation/Modeling supervisor to determine the creature set up requirements
Works with the CG Supervisor and R&D in the assessment of software needs and requirements for asset set-up and simulation

Freelance Associate Digital Technical Producer Streaming

FOX Sports Digital is looking for a Freelance Associate Technical Producer Strea...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

32.69 - 36.54 USD / Hour

Fox News Media

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of studio production experience as a director, technical director or assistant director
Experience with Newtek Tricaster Switchers, VMIX, and other related workflows
Experience with file management and media asset management
Experience live-streaming events on social media platforms, such as YouTube, Twitter and Facebook
Knowledge of Ross Overdrive, Ultrix Acuity and relevant automated television switcher workflows
Knowledge of AWS Media Live
Vast knowledge of sports
Familiarity with iNews or other related rundown software
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented and organized

Job Responsibility

Direct, TD, and Assistant Direct live and taped digital content in a studio environment
Stream produce and live-stream digital content to social media platforms on a regular basis
Ensure proper file management of show records within file management system
Operate robotic cameras as needed
Assist with managing studio logistics across departments when needed
Coordinate with producers, editors, and social producers on desired look and feel of various content

Effects Technical Director

At ILM, FX Technical Directors are tasked with creating simulations, procedural ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience as an effects technical director in VFX, games, commercials or animation
Adept at navigating the technical and creative challenges of large-scale hero shots under demanding delivery schedules
Ability to work with proficiency, energy, and passion within a team environment
A proactive communicator
Engages in the creative process with an inclusive and encouraging approach
Demonstrates a great eye for aesthetics
Shows interest and skill in solving technical and creative problems
Good understanding of most aspects of Houdini and the VFX pipeline
Linux proficiency
Please provide a demo reel that showcases your creative and technical skills

Job Responsibility

Create highly detailed effects layers using RBD, fluid, cloth, and particle simulations
Set up and wrangle elements for large-scale effects-driven visual effects shots and animation
Solve technical problems and debug simulation and rendering issues
Render and light effects elements for use in final composites
Pick up new techniques quickly and with ease
Continuously raise the benchmark in terms of quality and efficiency