Technical Program Manager
Location: Hybrid; 3-4 days onsite in Philadelphia, PA
Duration: Through 12/31/2026, extensions likely
Senior Technical Program Manager responsible for leading complex, enterprise-scale initiatives with a focus on content discovery capabilities (search, browse, personalization, and ad placements). This role requires full end-to-end ownership of program workstreams, operating independently with minimal oversight, and driving execution across cross-functional engineering and product teams. The environment emphasizes accountability, influence without authority, and delivery of measurable outcomes over process adherence.
Responsibilities:
- Own and drive end-to-end delivery of complex technical workstreams with minimal supervision
- Lead initiatives across content discovery domains including search, browse, personalization, and ad tile placements
- Identify, assess, and proactively manage risks, dependencies, and delivery impacts
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts and align dependencies across engineering, product, and business teams
- Partner closely with engineering and stakeholders to ensure successful execution and delivery
- Drive program execution beyond status tracking, ensuring tangible progress and outcomes
- Adjust scope, timelines, and priorities based on business needs and program objectives
- Communicate program strategy, status, and changes to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Track key milestones and ensure successful delivery within established objectives
- 5–8 years of project/program management experience, including enterprise-scale initiatives
- Minimum 3 years in a leadership role within technical program or project management
- Strong background in Technical Program Management with proven end-to-end ownership of complex programs
- Experience working closely with engineering teams in cross-functional environments
- Demonstrated ability to lead and execute large-scale initiatives independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Project Management certification required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in media or content-focused environments
- Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
- PMP or equivalent are a plus