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Capital One

Director, Technical Program Management

Mclean, VA · On-site

$130.40K - $168.80K/yr

Our TPM Directors have: * Strong technical backgrounds (ideally building highly scalable platforms, products, or services) with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate technical risks ...

Capital One

Director, Technical Program Management

Mclean, VA · On-site

$130.40K - $168.80K/yr

Our TPM Directors have: * Strong technical backgrounds (ideally building highly scalable platforms, products, or services) with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate technical risks ...

Scout Space

Technical Program Manager

Reston, VA

$134.20K - $173.70K/yr

The TPM is responsible for driving the successful execution of complex payload programs, working closely with engineering, product, operations, and government stakeholders to ensure delivery that is ...

Scout Space

Technical Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$134.20K - $173.70K/yr

The TPM is responsible for driving the successful execution of complex payload programs, working closely with engineering, product, operations, and government stakeholders to ensure delivery that is ...

Scout Space

Technical Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$134.20K - $173.70K/yr

The TPM is responsible for driving the successful execution of complex payload programs, working closely with engineering, product, operations, and government stakeholders to ensure delivery that is ...

Nightwing

Technical Program Manager

Sterling, VA · On-site

$127.80K - $165.40K/yr

Technical Program Manager Description The TPM is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining a resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for a large cross domain program. The ...

Nwis

Technical Program Manager

Sterling, VA

$127.80K - $165.40K/yr

Technical Program Manager Description The TPM is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining a resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for a large cross domain program. The ...

Nwis

Technical Program Manager

Herndon, VA

$132.70K - $171.70K/yr

Technical Program Manager Description The TPM is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining a resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for a large cross domain program. The ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for tpm in Reston, VA is $151,804.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,500.00 and $174,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a TPM job?

A Technical Program Manager (TPM) is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex technical projects and programs within an organization. TPMs act as a bridge between engineering teams and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables. They focus on project management, technical problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tpm position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Program Manager (TPM), you need a solid background in project management, software development life cycles, and technical problem-solving, often supported by a degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, Agile methodologies, and certifications such as PMP or Scrum Master are commonly required. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills set outstanding TPMs apart. These abilities are crucial for leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex technology projects on time and within scope.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Technical Program Manager and how can they be addressed?

Technical Program Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing competing priorities, managing complex dependencies across multiple teams, and ensuring clear communication among stakeholders. It is common to encounter shifting project requirements or technical roadblocks that require creative problem-solving and adaptability. Successful TPMs proactively set expectations, establish transparent processes, and use robust tracking systems to keep projects on course. Building strong relationships with engineering, product, and business teams helps address issues before they escalate, ensuring smoother project delivery and team collaboration.
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Director, Technical Program Management

Director, Technical Program Management

Capital One

Mclean, VA • On-site

$130.40K - $168.80K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Capital One rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

74th of 141 rated banks

Job description

Director, Technical Program Management

Are you interested in leading programs that deliver on critical business goals and build large scale products & platforms?

At Capital One, we're changing banking for good. We were founded on the belief that no one should be locked out of the financial system. We're dedicated to helping foster a world where everyone has an equal opportunity to prosper.

We're a bank, but we don't think like one. We're always thinking about what's next, about how we can innovate and inspire, and about how we can develop the tools our customers need to improve their financial lives - by leveraging best in class technology. That's where you come in.

About The Team:

As a Director of Technical Program Management (TPM) on Capital One's Cloud Operations Resilience Engineering organization, we're looking for someone that has experience in leading large scale complex programs spanning across multiple lines of business and divisions partnering with both business and product teams to deliver against technology intent for the Integration of two highly diverse technology ecosystems.

In addition to technical program delivery, you will also work to pave the way for expanding TPM discipline within the team, by leveraging your industry knowledge and experience to teach the organization what a great TPM can achieve.

Our TPM Directors have:

  • Strong technical backgrounds (ideally building highly scalable platforms, products, or services) with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate technical risks throughout delivery life-cycle

  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills

  • Excellent problem solving and influencing skills

  • A quantitative approach to problem solving and a collaborative implementer to holistic solutions; a systems thinker

  • Experience as a TPM leader to grow and develop a team of TPMs, while also building the foundations for the TPM practice

  • Ability to simplify the technically complex and drive well-educated decisions across product, engineering, design, and data science representatives

  • Deep focus on execution, follow-through, accountability, and results

  • Exceptional cross-team collaboration; able to work across different functions, organizations, and reporting boundaries to get the job done.

  • Highly tuned emotional intelligence, good listener, and deep seated empathy for teams and partners

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • At least 7 years of experience managing technical programs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience designing and building data-intensive solutions using distributed computing

  • 3+ years of experience in building distributed systems & highly available services using cloud computing services or architecture - preferably using AWS

  • 3+ years years experience delivering large and complex programs - where you own the business or technical vision, collaborate with large cross-functional teams, secure commitments on deliverables and unblock teams to land business impact

  • Experience in building systems & solutions within a highly regulated environment

  • MBA or Master's Degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering) or equivalent experience

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $230,400 - $263,000 for Director, Technical Program Management


Plano, TX: $209,500 - $239,100 for Director, Technical Program Management


Richmond, VA: $209,500 - $239,100 for Director, Technical Program Management









Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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