Lead Technical Program Manager

Opportunity Overview: We’re seeking a strategic and execution-focused Technical Program Manager to drive large, cross-functional initiatives from concept through launch. In this role, you will lead end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-team programs—such as platform migrations, architectural modernization, reliability improvements, and major product launches—while defining clear milestones, success metrics, and sequencing plans. You’ll partner deeply with Engineering to proactively manage dependencies, mitigate risk, and ensure technical and business alignment. This role also strengthens our execution systems by improving program transparency, standardizing launch rigor, and translating technical complexity into clear executive-level insights. What you’ll do: Lead end-to-end delivery of multi-team initiatives (e.g., platform migrations, architectural modernization, reliability improvements, major product launches) Define milestones, critical paths, and measurable success criteria Break ambiguous initiatives into executable phases with clear sequencing Identify and manage cross-team technical dependencies Proactively surface risks and tradeoffs with mitigation plans Run structured risk reviews and escalation processes when needed Participate in technical design discussions to understand architecture and constraints Ensure design reviews, capacity planning, and rollout strategies happen early Collaborate with EMs and engineers leaders to align on realistic timelines Establish program tracking mechanisms that create transparency without bureaucracy Standardize launch readiness, milestone reviews, and postmortem follow-ups Identify systemic delivery bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement Provide concise executive updates with clear status, risks, and asks Maintain decision logs and documentation for key initiatives Translate technical complexity into business impact What you’ll need: Must-haves 6+ years of experience in technical program management, engineering program management, or related roles in high-growth technology companies 6+ years of experience hands on experience as a software engineer Familiarity with Agile/Scrum/SAFe or other delivery frameworks (with pragmatic application) Demonstrated experience leading multi-team, multi-quarter technical initiatives Strong technical fluency (experience working closely with backend, infrastructure, data, or platform engineering teams) Ability to understand system architecture, dependencies, and engineering tradeoffs Proven track record of driving programs to completion in ambiguous environments Strong stakeholder management skills, including influencing senior engineering leaders Excellent english written and verbal communication skills Experience implementing program management frameworks, milestone tracking, and risk management systems Nice-to-haves Experience in platform engineering, infrastructure modernization, large-scale…