Technical Program Manager at GeoComply

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, Geolocation, Anti-Fraud, Regulatory ComplianceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in technical program management, project management, or a similar role within a software development company
  • Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), particularly Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Jira and Confluence
  • A proactive and collaborative problem-solver
  • (Bonus) Experience in the geolocation, compliance, cybersecurity, or iGaming industry

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Customer Success Managers, and Integration teams to understand the product vision, strategy, and roadmap
  • Assist in gathering and documenting requirements from various stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of project goals
  • Partner with engineering leads to contribute to the development of detailed execution plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation
  • Help identify and track dependencies across multiple teams and projects
  • Monitor the progress of technical projects against established timelines, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices
  • Maintain project documentation and track key milestones, providing visibility to the entire team
  • Support product launches by coordinating communication, assisting with training materials, and ensuring all teams are prepared
  • Help monitor key performance metrics post-launch to ensure products are meeting expectations
  • Provide clear, concise, and regular updates on program status, risks, and milestones to all relevant stakeholders
  • Facilitate project meetings, including stand-ups, planning sessions, and retrospectives
  • Proactively identify potential issues and risks within the program and work with the team to develop mitigation plans
  • Escalate critical issues to senior management when necessary to ensure timely resolution
  • Contribute to feedback loops with Product and Engineering teams to help refine program execution plans and improve development processes

Skills

Project Management
Requirement Gathering
Stakeholder Management
Cross-functional Coordination
Product Roadmap
Engineering Collaboration
Execution Planning

GeoComply

Geolocation compliance and anti-fraud solutions

About GeoComply

GeoComply specializes in geolocation compliance and anti-fraud solutions, focusing on ensuring safe online interactions. The company performs geolocation checks to validate user access, which is essential for industries like online gambling, media streaming, and financial services. Their main product, GeoGuard, helps clients block unauthorized access, particularly from users trying to bypass geographic restrictions using VPNs. This technology is integrated into clients' platforms through software development kits (SDKs), and GeoComply earns revenue from subscription fees and licensing agreements. What sets GeoComply apart from competitors is its strong emphasis on customer relationships and its global presence, with offices across three continents. The company's goal is to enhance online safety and compliance, instilling confidence in every digital interaction.

Vancouver, CanadaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Professional Development Budget
Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from Xpoint after losing a patent infringement case.
Partnership with Intertrust may expose GeoComply to digital rights management risks.
Expansion into iGaming may lead to regulatory risks in strict jurisdictions.

Differentiation

GeoComply specializes in geolocation compliance, crucial for online gambling and streaming services.
Their GeoGuard solution effectively blocks unauthorized access via VPNs, ensuring content rights compliance.
GeoComply offers SDKs for seamless integration, enhancing client platforms' security and compliance.

Upsides

Growing demand for geolocation services in iGaming due to U.S. regulatory changes.
Partnerships with IDVerse expand market coverage in the iGaming sector.
Integration with multi-DRM services enhances content protection for media companies.

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