Senior Program Manager
About The Position
The Senior Program Manager manages multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and successful delivery of strategic initiatives. The role focuses on internal information-system-specific project tasks or non-technical project completion from an internal customer perspective, typically from initiation through delivery. The position develops and implements program plans and budgets, coordinates cross-functional teams and third-party contractors, identifies risks and mitigation strategies, ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget, provides strategic guidance to project managers, maintains key stakeholder relationships, and mentors junior project managers. The role is based in San Jose, California, with a balanced hybrid work model for the majority of employees: three days in the office and two days at the employee’s choice of the PayPal office or home workspace. Travel is listed as 0 percent. Pay is expected to range from $129,500 to $219,500 annually, with possible additional compensation such as an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentives, as applicable. PayPal describes its benefits as comprehensive, choice-based programs supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. These include generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for employees and their families, and resources for financial security and mental health.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement program plans and budgets.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and third-party contractors.
- Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Provide strategic guidance to project managers.
- Maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Mentor junior project managers.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- Healthcare coverage for employees and their families.
- Resources to support financial security and mental health.
- Additional compensation may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
