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Staff Technical Program Manager

Oportun
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LOCATION

United States · Remote

EXPERIENCE

8+ Years

TYPE

FullTime

SALARY

$148.1K - $237K /year

SKILLS REQUIRED

Program PlanningRisk ManagementStakeholder ManagementCross-Functional Leadership

Job description

Overview

Drive complex technical programs for the Engineering Ecosystem Org, establishing program plans and roadmaps, improving information flow through automation, and delivering high-impact initiatives with engineering and cross-functional teams.

What you'll do

  • Drive continuous improvement in program management processes and practices, fostering innovation, operational excellence, and predictable execution.
  • Lead and manage multiple complex technical programs from inception through delivery, ensuring clear scope, milestones, dependencies, and outcomes.
  • Partner with engineering, product management, marketing, legal, compliance, security, risk, and operations to define program goals, deliverables, and execution plans.
  • Develop detailed program plans, schedules, and roadmaps that align technical work with business objectives and priorities.
  • Own and improve information-flow pipelines that reduce friction, surface the right level of detail to stakeholders, and reduce manual toil through automation.
  • Identify and mitigate program risks and dependencies, driving timely resolution of issues and roadblocks.
  • Communicate program status, progress, decisions, and challenges to stakeholders at all levels through clear, concise updates and reporting.
  • Build strong relationships across teams and mentor junior program managers by sharing knowledge, tools, and effective program-management practices.

What you'll need

  • 8+ years of experience in technical program management, with a focus on large-scale, complex programs.
  • Strong track record of delivering technical programs on time and within budget.
  • Strong technical background and deep understanding of software development processes and methodologies.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree.
  • Experience with Agile and/or Scrum methodologies.
  • Experience or knowledge in financial services.
  • Experience using AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar) to improve your own productivity.
  • Experience mentoring or supporting other program managers and leading cross-functional initiatives.

Details

  • Full-time position.
  • Remote, US.
  • US base salary range: $148,100 - $237,000.

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Staff Technical Program Manager