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Program Manager, Technical ProgramsPayPal • Austin, TX, US
Program Manager, Technical Programs

Program Manager, Technical Programs

PayPal • Austin, TX, US
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Staff Technical Program Manager

Why This Role Matters You won't just be managing timelinesyou'll be enabling bold bets, accelerating innovation, and connecting people to the value of PayPal in new and powerful ways. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a product that touches millions daily, and to lead programs with strategic and visible impact.

Job Description :

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Scope : The project & program responsibilities are focused on the delivery of a product or computer-based system from design to release for customers.
  • Develop and manage program plans, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and procurement activities.
  • Coordinate activities across multiple projects to ensure alignment with program objectives.
  • Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Communicate program status to stakeholders and executive leadership.
  • Manage program budgets and financials.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and resolve conflicts.
  • Ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.

Expected Qualifications :

  • 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proven track record of managing complex programs within an engineering environment.
  • Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications :

    We're looking for a Staff Technical Program Manager to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives that accelerate product delivery and platform evolution within Venmo Engineering. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives at scale, operates strategically, and builds trust through consistent execution.

    In this role, you'll oversee multiple engineering programs spanning platform modernization, product delivery, and operational excellence. You'll ensure alignment with Venmo's strategic objectives while coordinating across engineering, product, and technical teams. A key aspect of the position involves proactively managing program-level dependencies, risks, and tradeoffs to keep critical initiatives on track and stakeholders informed.

    Your Day-to-Day

  • Drive end-to-end delivery of mission-critical consumer programssetting goals, aligning milestones, and mobilizing execution across teams.
  • Partner with engineering and product leaders to translate ambitious ideas into well-sequenced technical workstreams.
  • Lead through influence across Product, Engineering, Design, and Data teams.
  • Anticipate technical dependencies, risks, and tradeoffs, and guide the program team through clear, scalable paths forward.
  • Create clarity where there's ambiguityusing data, insight, and storytelling to inform stakeholders and enable smart decision-making.
  • Elevate the craft of program management by championing Agile, SAFe, and Lean practices.
  • Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and delivery excellence across globally distributed teams.
  • What You Bring :

  • 6+ years of relevant experience in technical program management or engineering, including experience at scale in consumer-facing tech.
  • Experience driving complex, cross-functional programs involving mobile apps, websites, backend systems, and APIs.
  • Strong technical fluencyyou can navigate architecture conversations and partner credibly with engineers.
  • Deep understanding of Agile delivery practices and program governance at enterprise scale.
  • Exceptional communication, influence, and problem-solving skills across all levels of the org.
  • Presence and ability to frame issues for senior stakeholders with clarity, context, and credibility.
  • Passion for consumer experiences, developer velocity, and cross-functional teamwork.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The US national annual pay range for this role is $137,500 to $236,500.

    PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https : / / careers.pypl.com / contact-us .

    For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

    Our Benefits : At PayPal, we're committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can't do this without our most important assetyou. That's why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

    We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https : / / www.paypalbenefits.com .

    Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion : PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com .

    Belonging at PayPal : Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

    Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community . We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don't hesitate to apply.

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