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CNN · 3 hours ago

Senior Technical Program Manager

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$109K/yr - $203K/yr

5+ years exp

CNN is a part of Warner Bros. Discovery, known for its iconic content and storytelling. They are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the delivery and integration of complex systems for CNN’s digital streaming product, ensuring seamless coordination across teams and third-party partners.

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Responsibilities

Lead comprehensive technical program delivery across multiple initiatives that support CNN’s streaming platforms

Create program roadmaps that effectively balance long-term strategic objectives with the realities of execution

Collaborate closely with product, design, engineering teams, and third-party organizations to ensure technical alignment and successful integration

Lead technical discussions with engineering teams on architecture, solution design, and testing

Work with third-party companies to assess system requirements and capabilities, driving successful integration into CNN’s technology ecosystem

Communicate system architecture and integration points clearly to internal client teams

Identify and manage technical dependencies, taking proactive steps to mitigate risks that could impact project delivery

Facilitate collaboration across internal teams and external vendors to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved within established timelines

Promote clear and consistent communication among all project stakeholders to support coordinated execution

Ensure ongoing alignment between technical and business priorities by conducting regular sync meetings and maintaining thorough documentation

Define scope, milestones, metrics, and resource needs for multiple concurrent projects

Track execution progress, remove roadblocks, and drive accountability across distributed teams

Maintain flexibility and decisiveness when managing shifting priorities or ambiguous requirements

Organize and deliver regular leadership communications, such as executive briefings and steering committee updates, to support informed, data-driven decision-making

Provide transparent updates regarding risks, dependencies, and critical project paths

Implement effective governance models to enable fast, well-informed decisions

Lead retrospectives and incorporate learnings into future program planning and delivery models

Qualification

Technical Program ManagementSystem ArchitectureAgile MethodologiesStreaming IntegrationsProject Tracking ToolsStakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline

Minimum of five years' experience in technology or digital media

At least three years in technical program management or an equivalent leadership position

Proven track record delivering cross-functional, technical programs in complex organizational environments

Strong understanding of system architecture, integrations, and modern software development frameworks

Proven ability to facilitate technical discussions and translate architecture requirements into actionable plans

Experience collaborating closely with engineering teams and third-party vendors on system design and implementation

Self-organizing and proactive, able to excel in ambiguous and high-pressure environments

Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills; skilled at bridging technical and non-technical conversations with clarity and impact

Proven ability to lead through influence and align cross-functional teams toward common goals

Strong command of Agile and iterative delivery methodologies

Skilled at managing competing priorities and dependencies across multiple workstreams

Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and similar project tracking systems

Preferred

Experience with streaming or wholesale platform integrations is a plus

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

An employee wellness program

Life and disability insurance

A retirement savings plan

Paid holidays and sick time

Vacation

Company

CNN

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CNN is an online broadcasting platform that offers the latest business, financial, and personal finance news. It is a sub-organization of WarnerMedia.

Founded in 1980

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.cnn.com

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