Netflix · 1 week ago
Director, Technical Program Management - Commerce Engineering
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$630K/yr - $1,090K/yr
10+ years expNetflix is a leading entertainment company that is constantly innovating how content is created and delivered. They are seeking a Director of Technical Program Management to lead a team of TPMs, drive the execution of the development roadmap, and ensure collaboration across various product and engineering teams.
Digital EntertainmentMedia and EntertainmentTVVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Lead and Mentor a High-Performing Team: Recruit, hire, develop, and retain a world-class team of Technical Program Managers. Provide coaching, mentorship, and career development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth
Strategic Program Leadership: Oversee Commerce Engineering OKR planning and reviews, technical planning and execution of multiple complex programs across various product domains. Ensure alignment with overall company objectives and product strategy
Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as a central point of contact and trusted partner for Product, Data Science, Design, partner Engineering orgs and other stakeholders. Facilitate effective communication, collaboration, and decision-making
Operational Excellence: Define, implement, and optimize scalable program management processes, program KPIs and best practices. Drive continuous improvement in program execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication
Risk Management and Mitigation: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical, operational, and organizational risks across programs. Develop contingency plans and drive resolution of critical issues
Technical Acumen: Possess a strong understanding of software development lifecycles, architectural concepts, and technical dependencies to effectively guide and support our TPMs and engineering teams
Influence and Communication: Communicate complex technical information and program status clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, from individual contributors to executive leadership. Influence decision-making at all levels
Resource Planning: Collaborate with Engineering and Product leadership to forecast and allocate TPM resources effectively across various initiatives. Assist, during our biannual planning process, in identifying Engineering resource capacities and constraints, helping to ensure appropriate estimated funding for our planned initiatives, and communication of notable gaps
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in technical program management, with at least 6 years in a leadership role managing and mentoring other TPMs
Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering large-scale, complex technical programs in a fast-paced product engineering environment
Demonstrated experience building, growing, and leading high-performing technical program management teams
Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority
Deep understanding of software development methodologies and best practices
Strong technical background with the ability to understand complex architectural concepts and engineering challenges
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and rapidly evolving environment
Benefits
Health Plans
Mental Health support
A 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
Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off
Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off
Company
Netflix
Netflix is an online streaming platform that enables users to watch TV shows and movies.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$72.11BKey Investors
Wells FargoTCVGroupe Arnault
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $67.2B
2024-08-01Post Ipo Debt· $1.8B
2018-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2.67M
Leadership Team
Gregory Peters
Co-CEO
Ted Sarandos
Co-CEO
Recent News
2026-01-23
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