Full-Time

Technical Program Manager

Posted on 1/15/2025

Lyra Health

Lyra Health

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital mental health care services for employees

Social Impact
Healthcare

Senior

London, UK

Requires attendance at the London office once a week.

Category
Project Management
Engineering Management
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in program management or technical project management exceptional organisational skills.
  • Proven track record of managing complex technical programs, including cross-functional coordination, stakeholder management, and delivery on time and on budget
  • Strong experience working with engineering teams and understanding technical concepts, architecture, and development processes.
  • Experience managing global or distributed teams, with an understanding of cross-cultural dynamics and remote work challenges across multiple timezones.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage end-to-end technical programs involving multiple key stakeholder groups across Lyra’s international teams, driving the execution of the programs to time and budget.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to define the scope of projects, set deliverables, timelines and hold all teams accountable in a defined and measurable way.
  • Communicate program progress clearly and regularly to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Continuously assess the progress of programs, intervene to mitigate any delays or blockers, and flexibly respond to unforeseen issues to deliver the best results for the business.
  • Support the leadership of technical teams within Lyra International Tech, where relevant, to provide project management frameworks, post release assessments, and advice.
  • Support the Director of International Technology on the strategic management of roadmap goals across the department, including the development of department wide KPIs for key projects.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong proven understanding of software development and Agile development methodologies.
  • Experience using program management and development tools, including Asana, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage and advocate with technical, non-technical and leadership teams.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce, MS Dynamics, Azure Data Factory, and Netsuite is a plus.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices is a plus.
  • Experience in an international company is a plus.
  • Experience in a healthcare company is a plus.

Lyra Health provides mental health care services through a digital platform aimed at businesses that want to support their employees' mental well-being. The company offers a personalized experience, connecting employees with a large network of over 20,000 vetted mental health providers across more than 200 countries. Employees can access various care options, including self-guided programs, coaching, therapy, and medication management, through in-person visits, video calls, or text messaging. A unique feature of Lyra Health is its 24/7 concierge care navigator team, which assists employees in navigating their mental health needs. Unlike many competitors, Lyra Health emphasizes a concierge service model that focuses on personalized, high-quality care, which can help businesses reduce healthcare costs by investing in their employees' mental health.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$671.3M

Headquarters

Burlingame, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Lyra Health's partnerships with AT&T and CHA validate its market position.
  • The company has sustained a 26% reduction in healthcare costs over four years.
  • Lyra's expansion into teen mental health care addresses a growing market need.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from platforms like Ginger and Headspace Health.
  • Potential regulatory scrutiny over data privacy concerns with digital platforms.
  • Economic downturns may lead to reduced corporate spending on employee benefits.

What makes Lyra Health unique

  • Lyra Health offers a concierge member experience with personalized mental health care.
  • The company has a global network of 20,000 providers in over 200 countries.
  • Lyra's evidence-based approach results in 7x better outcomes than traditional plans.

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Benefits

Lyra for Lyrians - Full access to Lyra’s mental health services for employees and their eligible dependents—at no charge

Health benefits - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a free monthly membership to One Medical

Financial rewards - Generous compensation, 401k, and equity options

Paid time off - Guilt-free time to unwind and recharge, including four weeks of vacation and paid holidays

Tech stipend - Monthly stipend to spend on technology needs

Snacks & meals - Monthly Uber Eats and NatureBox credits to nourish body and mind

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