Blue Shield of California
Technical Delivery Manager
Blue Shield of California, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Your Role
The Technical Delivery Manager will report to the IT Director, Solution & Delivery Lead and will ensure successful delivery of engineering outcomes across platform or technology product teams. The manager will coordinate technical scope, timelines, and team velocity, fostering high‑performing teams and continuous learning.
Responsibilities
Oversee delivery execution from planning through release.
Manage resources including team capacity planning and performance evaluations.
Own end‑to‑end delivery status, ensuring transparency and timely updates across stakeholders.
Collaborate with external vendors and internal product and engineering leads to coordinate delivery.
Scope, prioritize, and sequence work with Product and Engineering Leads.
Remove blockers and keep delivery aligned with roadmaps and business outcomes.
Monitor KPIs and delivery metrics; recommend adjustments as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 7 years in technical delivery, engineering program management, or related experience, including 3 years of management experience.
Strong understanding of Agile delivery models and backlog management.
Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams and interact with all levels of management.
Knowledge of basic management approaches such as scheduling, prioritizing, coaching, risk management, and delegation.
Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, analytical, and presentation skills.
Desired: AI/ML concepts and tools experience.
Desired: Process improvement or project management expertise.
About The Team Stellarus, launched in January 2025, is designed to scale innovative healthcare solutions that support customers in creating a healthcare experience worthy of their family, friends, and neighbors. Stellarus is part of the Ascendiun Family of Companies, which also includes Blue Shield of California and its affiliated organizations.
Our Workplace Model
Hybrid (Default): Work from a business‑unit–approved office at least twice per month (for roles below Director‑level) or once per week (for Director‑level roles and above). Exceptions: Member‑facing and approved out‑of‑state roles remain remote.
Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits.
For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in‑office, reasonable accommodations will be provided.
On‑Site: Work from a business‑unit‑approved office an average of four (4) or more days a week.
Physical Requirements Office environment; roles involve part‑to‑full‑time schedule. Primary activity level: sedentary, majority of workday spent at desk.
Equal Employment Opportunity External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status and other classifications protected by Federal, State, and local laws.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries: Insurance
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Responsibilities
Oversee delivery execution from planning through release.
Manage resources including team capacity planning and performance evaluations.
Own end‑to‑end delivery status, ensuring transparency and timely updates across stakeholders.
Collaborate with external vendors and internal product and engineering leads to coordinate delivery.
Scope, prioritize, and sequence work with Product and Engineering Leads.
Remove blockers and keep delivery aligned with roadmaps and business outcomes.
Monitor KPIs and delivery metrics; recommend adjustments as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 7 years in technical delivery, engineering program management, or related experience, including 3 years of management experience.
Strong understanding of Agile delivery models and backlog management.
Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams and interact with all levels of management.
Knowledge of basic management approaches such as scheduling, prioritizing, coaching, risk management, and delegation.
Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, analytical, and presentation skills.
Desired: AI/ML concepts and tools experience.
Desired: Process improvement or project management expertise.
About The Team Stellarus, launched in January 2025, is designed to scale innovative healthcare solutions that support customers in creating a healthcare experience worthy of their family, friends, and neighbors. Stellarus is part of the Ascendiun Family of Companies, which also includes Blue Shield of California and its affiliated organizations.
Our Workplace Model
Hybrid (Default): Work from a business‑unit–approved office at least twice per month (for roles below Director‑level) or once per week (for Director‑level roles and above). Exceptions: Member‑facing and approved out‑of‑state roles remain remote.
Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits.
For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in‑office, reasonable accommodations will be provided.
On‑Site: Work from a business‑unit‑approved office an average of four (4) or more days a week.
Physical Requirements Office environment; roles involve part‑to‑full‑time schedule. Primary activity level: sedentary, majority of workday spent at desk.
Equal Employment Opportunity External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status and other classifications protected by Federal, State, and local laws.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries: Insurance
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