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Technical Program Manager (Homeland Layered Defense), Public Sector

Scale AIWashington, DCPublic Sector
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
24 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Scale AI is hiring a Technical Program Manager for Homeland Layered Defense in Washington, DC to lead critical national security software delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced technical professional with a strong background in software or systems engineering looking to support government defense initiatives.

Role Overview

As a member of the public sector delivery team, the Technical Program Manager owns relationships and technical execution for client portfolios focused on layered defense for the United States. The individual acts as a catalyst to bridge operational workflows and engineering execution, ultimately delivering agentic AI for portfolio management. The role involves managing customer relationships, coordinating with engineering teams, resolving technical blockers, and traveling up to 50 percent of the time for onsite engagements, user testing, and formal evaluations.

Key Responsibilities

Own technical execution for national security mission areas from initial requirements to deployment and formal evaluation.
Translate operational workflows into detailed Product Requirements Documents, Engineering Requirements Documents, and executable tasks.
Collaborate with engineers during cycle planning to establish scope, sequencing, architecture constraints, and milestones.
Maintain end-to-end requirements traceability connecting customer objectives to software builds, tests, and deliverables.
Drive execution through Jira and GitLab while supplying accurate inputs for integrated master schedules.
Manage data availability, system architecture, integration dependencies, and technical constraints across high-side networks.
Partner with subcontractors and external engineering teams to define clear interfaces, handoffs, and accountability.
Communicate technical progress, risks, tradeoffs, and decisions to engineering teams and senior customer stakeholders.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI security clearance.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical program management, software engineering, systems engineering, product management, technical consulting, or related delivery roles.
Strong technical literacy covering software architecture, APIs, data systems, system integration, and AI or ML-enabled products.
Ability to draft detailed technical and product requirements for engineering execution.
Experience driving complex technical programs across multiple engineering and stakeholder groups.
Solid understanding of program management fundamentals including requirements traceability, dependencies, risks, schedules, and deliverables.
Capability to reason about data availability and software integration constraints within secure or highly regulated environments.
Comfort working extensively inside secure facilities and air-gapped government systems.
Willingness to travel 25 to 50 percent of the time.

Nice to Have

A technical degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, data science, or a related field.
Proficiency in Python, SQL, or other programming languages.
Prior experience working as a software engineer, systems engineer, solutions architect, or technical product manager.
Experience building or deploying artificial intelligence, machine learning, and agentic systems on classified networks.

Skills and Tools

Python
SQL
Jira
GitLab
Software Architecture and APIs
AI and ML-Enabled Products

Salary and Benefits

The base salary range for this full-time position in Washington, DC is $166,400 to $208,000 USD. Eligible roles also receive equity-based compensation subject to Board of Director approval. Additional benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits, learning and development stipends, generous paid time off, and commuter stipends.

About the Company

Scale AI develops reliable artificial intelligence systems for important decisions, providing high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power leading models. The organization works with industry leaders and government agencies, including the Army and Air Force, to help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee impactful AI applications. Scale AI operates as an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace.

How to Apply

Candidates should visit the official Scale AI careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

PythonSQL

Questions candidates ask

What security clearance is required for this role?

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance.

Where is the job located?

The role is based in Washington, DC, with a requirement to travel 25 to 50 percent of the time for onsite engagements.

What is the salary range for the Washington, DC position?

The base salary range is $166,400 to $208,000 USD.

How many years of experience are required?

Applicants need 5 or more years of experience in technical program management, software engineering, systems engineering, product management, technical consulting, or a related technical delivery role.

What technical skills are beneficial for this role?

Proficiency in Python or SQL, technical literacy in software architecture and APIs, and experience with AI or ML systems are advantageous.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Scale AI careers page.

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