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Why Bixal?
Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
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About the role :
Bixal is seeking a Technical Product Lead to guide the strategy, planning, design, development, and delivery of digital products that support the Office of Head Start (OHS). In this role, you will steward the full product lifecycle—from idea generation to launch, iteration, and long-term maintenance—ensuring each product delivers measurable value and aligns with federal requirements, human-centered design principles, and OHS Working Principles.
The Principal Product Manager plays a critical role in overseeing technical approaches across the Head Start Information and Communication Center (HSICC) portfolio, coordinating with cross-functional agile teams, and communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. A key responsibility includes leading products through the Authority to Operate (ATO) process and ensuring ongoing compliance, security, accessibility, and product performance. This role requires a proactive, iterative, and user-centered mindset, with the ability to pivot quickly in a continuous learning environment. Ideal candidates bring experience in product management, agile delivery, and technical oversight within government or mission-driven spaces, along with strong bilingual English / Spanish communication skills.
This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with four one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal’s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.
Compensation :
The salary range for this role is $150,000 – $165,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.
Responsibilities :
Product Strategy & Leadership
Technical Planning & Delivery
Platform Operations & Continuous Improvement
Content & Feature Management
Spanish Translation & Multilingual Quality
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How We Support Our Team :
Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Technical Lead • Fairfax, Virginia, US