Technical Program Manager 6 - Client and Partner Technologies
About The Position
The Client and Partner Technologies team is responsible for enabling excellent Netflix experiences on partner devices and building foundational client systems and tools. This role focuses on accelerating the software release capabilities for both client applications and the client platform on Smart TVs, Set-top boxes, and streaming media players. The Technical Program Manager will collaborate closely with Product Managers within Client & Partner Technologies to lead significant cross-functional programs, both within the team and across the company. This role requires strong coordination and collaboration with engineering teams, from platform specialists to member user-experience teams. The position offers a direct opportunity to impact key objectives, including building capabilities for rapid product innovation and deployment in strategic areas. Responsibilities cover the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, scoping, implementation, and release management for core software deliverables. Domain experience and a strong interest in media-related technologies are crucial for success. Relevant areas include media streaming devices, media playback, embedded software, and understanding the interaction between a dynamic JavaScript layer and a more stable embedded C++ firmware layer.
Requirements
- 7+ years of technical program management experience
- Deep understanding of software release management
- Direct experience in the streaming or cloud games industry is beneficial (TPM, Product, Development, etc.)
- Highly skilled, experienced, and enjoys orchestrating multi-organizational impacting software programs with many moving parts
- Proven experience creating partnerships with cross-functional teams, driving large-scale technical strategies, debating technical approaches, and building long-term scalable solutions
- Able to identify gaps in solutions and weigh in on product vs. technology tradeoffs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate business impact and technical constraints tailored to the audience
- Self-starter who enjoys quickly bringing organization and direction
- Exemplify the Netflix culture by understanding, advocating, and demonstrating its values
Nice To Haves
- Domain knowledge and experience in analyzing data, software development lifecycle, embedded Linux platform experience or Android Platform like Chrome OS
Responsibilities
- Leading cross-functional programs, in collaboration with product, engineering, design, and data science.
- Provide deep domain expertise to formulate technical strategies with engineering partners.
- Drive engagement with internal partners by working with them to decompose requirements into technical execution plans with measurable milestones.
- Effectively optimize the scope and schedule of deployments, manage cross-functional dependencies, and proactively manage risks.
- Craft clear communication of progress toward goals, reporting status to stakeholders and leadership.
Benefits
- Health Plans
- Mental Health support
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Stock Option Program
- Disability Programs
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Family-forming benefits
- Life and Serious Injury Benefits
- Paid leave of absence programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
