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Senior Technical Principal

TEKsystems
$70.00 - $100.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Arlington
Mar 26, 2026
CANNOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP. Must be eligible to work on W2. Hybrid role (3 days a week onsite) in Arlington, TX. Not open to relocation or fully remote candidates. TOP SKILLS NEEDED: 1. Technical Leadership & Program Management Expertise 2. Strategic Business & Executive Influence 3. Relationship Management & Cross Functional Collaboration Description As the Senior Technical Principal - IT Programs, you will drive IT programs and be the subject matter expert for the assigned business unit, the Senior Principal will be a key influencer in achieving strategic alignment and delivering measurable business value. The Senior Principal will partner with leaders across the business unit to identify and shape high impact initiatives that advance business strategy. Beyond technical leadership, this role will carry significant program management accountability, ensuring complex, cross functional initiatives are structured effectively, governed well, and executed with clarity and discipline. The person in this role is expected to be an energetic, dynamic, and innovative leader who champions process improvement, drives consistent delivery practices, and enhances the productivity and performance of the assigned business area. The Senior Principal is an established and recognized figure both internally and externally, representing the company in the broader community and serving as a de facto ambassador for the organization. Maintaining strong internal and external networks is essential to this role. In this role, you will: Lead complex projects and initiatives through deep technical expertise and structured program delivery leadership Serve as a trusted partner to Senior business leaders, offering both subject matter expertise and program oversight for strategic initiatives within the business unit Drive technical thought leadership while also acting as a program management change agent, advocating for frameworks and methodologies that enable predictable execution, agility, and operational excellence Contribute to the business unit's vision, goals, and strategies, translating vision into actionable roadmaps, sequenced work plans, and measurable outcomes Promote open communication, information transparency, and alignment across all stakeholders Build and nurture a strong internal network, fostering a culture of trust, inclusion, engagement, and integrity across teams Drive cross-team solutions and ensure program interdependencies, risks, and issues are proactively identified, communicated, and resolved Establish effective governance mechanisms, including routines for status reporting, executive updates, milestone tracking, and decision making Ensure programs adhere to scope, budget, timelines, and quality expectations, balancing technical considerations with business impact Facilitate collaboration among product, engineering, operations, and business partners, aligning priorities and ensuring cohesive delivery Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience leading cross-functional and/or global initiatives from start to finish, including structuring programs, defining success metrics, and delivering results in complex environments Advanced business acumen and the ability to translate strategic objectives into executable plans, particularly within the context of executive presentations Deep understanding of company values, mission, vision, and strategic direction Recognized as an expert across the business unit Advanced relationship management and influence skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups Proven leadership through mentorship, influence, inspiration, collaboration, and teamwork Exemplifies professional behavior, using logic, analysis, and sound judgment when facing challenges Strong ability to create long-term vision and generate innovative ideas that create business value Ability to build and maintain trusted working relationships with peers, cross-functional partners, and professional networks Demonstrated ability to make smart, timely decisions, manage program risk, and maintain momentum toward continuous progression Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $100.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Arlington,TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.