Technical Project Manager

HelloGov® is an Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) company founded by ex-Machine Learning (ML) Researchers from OpenAI, Google, and the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), united by our shared patriotism and belief of advancing AI in the U.S. public sector to maintain global competitiveness. We conduct AGI research, solution development, and human capital resourcing with the declared intention of Democratizing AI for the Public Sector™.

HelloGov® was founded on the principles of nurturing our employees’ careers and wellness. We take pride in providing a work-life balance that stems from years of building companies in Silicon Valley. Our founders have pioneered some of the best technologies in the market and have always operated with humility and ambition. We operate with an award-winning people first mantra of:

• Transparency.
• Flexibility.
• Work life balance.
• Culture of sharing credit.
• Empowering every employee, from the shop floor to the top floor.
• Good company policies.
• Investment in people.
• Focus on ergonomics.
• Fun traditions.
• Benefits (Tier I Health/Vision/Dental insurance, 401K, EAP, Equity, Stipends, Investment in your wellness)
• Equality in Compensation (i.e. every team member, from Junior to Executive staff, receives a Sign-On Bonus)

We are on the hunt for a Technical Project Manager who is a true multifaceted dynamo, blending entrepreneurial spirit with a knack for thriving in a fast-paced, innovative DoD environment at the forefront of AI technology. This role is for someone who can navigate with minimal guidance, is quick to adapt, and ready to jump in at the foundational level of a rapidly growing organization.

Key attributes and skills include:
-Versatility: You're not just a one-trick pony. One day you might be crafting technical documents, the next, you could be brainstorming new ideas, getting hands-on with tasks, or presenting reports to DoD leadership.
-Technical Acumen: While you don't need to be a software developer, a strong understanding of agile software development is essential. You should be skilled at interpreting complex agile software and advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence, and able to explain them in simpler, accessible terms.
-Communication and Presentation Skills: Confident in presenting ideas and able to effectively communicate complex technical concepts.
-DoD Savvy: Recent experience and understanding of the nuances of project management within the DoD, including its processes and frameworks.
-Tool Proficiency: A strong affinity for tools like GitLab and SharePoint, with the ability to navigate GitLab competently from a project management standpoint, and a talent for building team workflows.
-Microsoft Teams: Proficient in building workflows and managing interactions with GitLab.
-Strategic Communication: Willing to engage in strategic communications and represent the team in interactions with other DoD departments and teams.
-Team-Oriented: You should be kind, approachable, patient, and an absolute team player, someone who's not afraid to contribute to a positive work environment.

In this role, you'll be wearing multiple hats, bridging gaps, and contributing significantly to a groundbreaking project. We're looking for someone exceptional, who's ready to roll up their sleeves and be part of something extraordinary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute high-quality technical writing tasks, creating clear and concise documentation, proposals, and reports.
• Design and deliver compelling presentations and reports to various stakeholders, including DoD leadership, conveying complex technical information in an easily understandable format.
• Leverage technical expertise in software and AI to guide project direction, make informed decisions, and provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• Utilize GitLab effectively for project management, ensuring all tasks and milestones are tracked and updated regularly.
• Manage and optimize workflows and interactions between Microsoft Teams and GitLab, facilitating seamless collaboration across platforms.
• Develop and maintain efficient team workflows within SharePoint, ensuring easy access and organization of project documents and resources.
• Show initiative as a proactive team member, effectively handling diverse duties in a dynamic, virtual DoD setting, with a focus on coordination, event planning, team facilitation, and multitasking.
• Develop and oversee a streamlined knowledge management and documentation system for the division, ensuring clear communication, efficient processes, transparent work practices.
• Craft and manage comprehensive technical documentation and strategies for organizational processes, task management, and onboarding within the DoD framework, promoting efficient information sharing and coordination across the program.
• Oversee user access and role assignments across various platforms and software systems, while ensuring adherence to division knowledge management practices and proactively identifying solutions for operational enhancements.

SKILLS:

• 7+ years of experience as a Technical Project Manager with a focus on software, showcasing strong entrepreneurial skills, excellent communication, and presentation abilities, coupled with the proficiency to clearly convey complex technical concepts
• 7+ years experience working on large software development or technical programs in DoD.
• 7+ years of technical writing experience, preferably in a DoD setting, with responsibilities including organizing and maintaining the division's documentation system.
• 5+ years of recent experience working with multi-organizational DoD programs.
• 5+ years experience working with Gitlab, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.
• 5+ years of experience in engaging in strategic communications and representing the team during interactions with DoD departments and teams.

LOCATION:
Falls Church, Virginia (100% on-site)

CLEARANCE:
Secret

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $108,223.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Signing bonus

Experience level:

• 7 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Are you a versatile and dynamic Technical Project Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit, eager to excel in a fast-paced, innovative DoD environment at the cutting edge of AI technology? Do you have the ability to work autonomously, adapt quickly, and contribute significantly at the foundational level of a rapidly expanding organization?

Experience:

• GitLab: 5 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Teams: 5 years (Preferred)
• Sharepoint: 5 years (Preferred)
• Technical project management: 7 years (Required)
• Technical Writing (within DoD): 7 years (Required)
• DoD: 5 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Falls Church, VA 22041: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person