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Technical Program Manager 3

Fremont, CA · On-site

$86K - $192K/yr

... experience. 3+ years of continuous improvement or technical program management. Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating influence skills to deliver results. Excellent ...

Operation Program Manager 3

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$175K - $263K/yr

As an Operations Program Manager - Level 3 located in Oxnard, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This is a highly dynamic ...

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How much do program manager 3 jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for program manager 3 in California is $106,053.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Program Manager 3?

To thrive as a Program Manager 3, you need advanced project management expertise, strategic planning abilities, and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, and certifications such as PMP or Agile Scrum Master are commonly required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These skills ensure successful program delivery, alignment with organizational goals, and the ability to navigate complex challenges.

How does a Program Manager 3 typically coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure program success?

A Program Manager 3 often serves as a central point of contact, ensuring that multiple teams—such as engineering, marketing, finance, and operations—are aligned toward common program goals. They facilitate regular meetings, create clear communication channels, and track progress against milestones. By anticipating potential bottlenecks and resolving conflicts, they help teams stay on schedule and within budget. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication styles to various stakeholders.

What is a Program Manager 3?

A Program Manager 3 is a senior-level project management professional responsible for overseeing multiple related projects within an organization. They coordinate cross-functional teams, develop strategic plans, and ensure project alignment with business goals, often requiring strong leadership, communication skills, and experience with project management tools like MS Project or Jira.

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Infographic showing various Program Manager 3 job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, and 60% Contract. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,053 per year, or $51 per hour.

Program Manager III, Global Business Tools

Google Inc.

Mountain View, CA • On-site

$159 - $230/hr

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

5 years of experience in program or project management.

  • Experience with sales cycle management and workflows.
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience with ad sales, particularly in navigating the complexities of Enterprise or Large Customer Sales (LCS) environments.
  • Experience with CRM (Client Relationship Management) systems or the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Experience in program management and cross-organizational coordination, including planning, execution, risk management, stakeholder management, and executive engagement.
  • Experience in Applied AI or Generative AI product development, recommendation systems, or data-driven seller enablement to optimize the sales lifecycle and scale seller productivity.
About the job

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

The Global Business Organization (GBO) Tools teams are responsible for improving sales efficiency and effectiveness by building great tools for its users. Our team is the glue that binds the direction of the business with the needs of GBO. We accomplish this by partnering with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Go-to-Market and many other teams to deliver a delightful experience to our users.

In this role, you will lead complex initiatives for the Pitch and Plan workflow for sellers, integrating AI-driven insights and recommendations into core sales journeys. Your primary mandate will be to bring structure, clarity, and operational excellence to the space, specifically driving improvements in Pitch and Plan related functionality such as pipeline management and measurement for Sales CRM, while partnering with various stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment. We are looking for a highly autonomous individual who can establish clear governance, and forge a cohesive path forward for multiple cross-functional stakeholders. You balance this drive with a strong collaborative spirit, working seamlessly as a team to achieve goals. The Global Business Organization (GBO) is the engine that powers Google’s full ecosystem of products and services to help customers and partners succeed and grow. GBO includes the commercial arms of Ads sellers, business development teams, and customer services and support, as well as overlay programs that enable coordinated engagement with Google's most complex and important customers and partners. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

About the job

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

The Global Business Organization (GBO) Tools teams are responsible for improving sales efficiency and effectiveness by building great tools for its users. Our team is the glue that binds the direction of the business with the needs of GBO. We accomplish this by partnering with Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Go-to-Market and many other teams to deliver a delightful experience to our users.

In this role, you will lead complex initiatives for the Pitch and Plan workflow for sellers, integrating AI-driven insights and recommendations into core sales journeys. Your primary mandate will be to bring structure, clarity, and operational excellence to the space, specifically driving improvements in Pitch and Plan related functionality such as pipeline management and measurement for Sales CRM, while partnering with various stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment. We are looking for a highly autonomous individual who can establish clear governance, and forge a cohesive path forward for multiple cross-functional stakeholders. You balance this drive with a strong collaborative spirit, working seamlessly as a team to achieve goals. The Global Business Organization (GBO) is the engine that powers Google’s full ecosystem of products and services to help customers and partners succeed and grow. GBO includes the commercial arms of Ads sellers, business development teams, and customer services and support, as well as overlay programs that enable coordinated engagement with Google's most complex and important customers and partners. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $159000 - $230000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

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  • Architect program strategy and goal for AI‑driven sales tools, clearly representing the organizational impact of the sales workflow to executive stakeholders.
  • Design and deliver optimized program communication plans including executive and key partner communications to align all parties on the goals.
  • Define, lead, and own program charters across multiple teams that address the scope, timeline, OKRs, resourcing, and risks/dependencies of moderately complex programs related to functionality in the Sales CRM.
  • Drive governance and engagement across workstreams to ensure alignment and effective escalation.
  • Lead executive stakeholder management; take a leadership role in partnering with executive business stakeholders to achieve program goals. Effectively build trusted relationships with senior program stakeholders to proactively enable effective decision making, while taking a leadership role in resolving prioritization misalignments.

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