Principal Technical Program Manager

The job overview for this role is that Twitch is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to join their Video Platform team. The team is responsible for building the future of interactive video for Twitch.tv and the recently launched Amazon Interactive Video Service (IVS). The Technical Program Manager will ensure the delivery of high-quality products and services while meeting the technical needs of the community. They will guide both strategy and tactical decision-making, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive alignment with AWS and Twitch leadership. The ideal candidate will have deep technical, program management, and leadership expertise, with a focus on improving product shipment efficiencies.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, product, marketing, security, and legal

Manage complex cross-team programs from ideation to implementation to delivery

Create transparency and predictability with roadmaps, planning, and partner management

Ensure goals are met on time and hitting our quality bar

Manage delivery schedules and emergent tasks while mitigating risks, managing tradeoffs, and eliminating blockers

Set and embody the team culture and standards consistent with Twitch and Amazon principles

Drive alignment with AWS and Twitch business and technical leadership

• 8+ years of project management or technical program management experience
• A history of shipping quality products at scale, in the video streaming space or using distributed cloud technologies
• Ability to align roadmaps and manage disparate tasks with varying priorities
• Experience managing multiple executive sponsors, stakeholders, and dependencies
• Experience working with distributed teams and facilitating virtual meetings
• Solid aptitude to find and address risks with all levels of leadership
• Talent in negotiating and resolving conflict smoothly and with or without formal authority
• Bachelors in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field, or equivalent practical experience
• Bonus Points: Experience with distributed cloud technologies and projects (AWS)
• Bonus Points: Understanding of real-time video streaming at scale

• Remote-friendly Hybrid Workplace (eligible states: WA, UT, CA)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
• 401(k), Maternity & Parental Leave
• Flexible PTO
• Commuter Benefits
• Amazon Employee Discount
• Monthly Contribution & Discounts for Wellness Related Activities & Programs (e.g., gym memberships, off-site massages, etc.)
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Served Daily
• Free Snacks & Beverages