About the role

Technical Program Manager leading complex global expansion and M&A initiatives at Instacart. Collaborating across functions to ensure successful execution and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

Lead large-scale, cross-functional programs related to international expansion and corporate development initiatives
Develop integrated program plans across People, Legal, Finance, IT, Security, and Operations
Define scope, milestones, dependencies, critical paths, and risk mitigation strategies
Establish governance models, operating rhythms, and executive reporting for complex initiatives
Drive alignment across senior stakeholders to ensure clarity of decision rights and accountability
Partner with Legal, Finance, IT, Security, and People teams on entity creation, employer-of-record transitions, and regulatory readiness
Coordinate HR COE workstreams including compensation benchmarking, benefits setup, payroll implementation, mobility, and local compliance
Build repeatable playbooks and scalable frameworks for new country launches
Identify risks related to compliance, data privacy, and workforce management across jurisdictions
Lead integration program management for acquisitions, including Day 0 / Day 1 readiness and post-close integration
Partner with HR COEs on org design, job architecture alignment, compensation harmonization, benefits transition, and talent assessment
Track synergy milestones, integration KPIs, and change management initiatives

7–10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, M&A, Strategy & Operations, Corporate Development, or related functions
Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional programs with executive visibility
Experience supporting global expansion initiatives and/or M&A integrations
Strong familiarity with People systems, HR operations, and cross-border workforce considerations
Experience operating in high-growth, fast-paced environments
TPM or Strategy leader with experience in enterprise-scale transformation initiatives
Exceptional program management discipline (planning, dependency mapping, risk mitigation)
Ability to translate ambiguity into structured execution plans
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Comfort navigating high-stakes, confidential initiatives
Systems thinker who can connect business strategy, technical systems, and workforce implications
High judgment and ability to manage competing priorities
Strong analytical skills with a bias toward measurable outcomes