About the role

Technical Program Manager II managing projects for CNN's analytics platform modernization. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data capabilities and achieve real-time analytics.

Responsibilities

Define project scope, create and manage project plans, coordinate release schedules, and ensure on-time delivery
Collaborate with engineering, product, and other stakeholders across different teams to align on goals, priorities, and technical strategies
Identify, track, and mitigate potential risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, proactively recommending solutions to prevent blockers
Leverage a technical background to understand complex system designs, architecture decisions, and integration points, providing informed recommendations without being the primary engineer
Create and maintain project documentation, and communicate project status, risks, and impact to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Develop and refine processes for reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement, including using data and metrics to monitor performance and inform decisions
Contribute to long-term technical and product strategy and help define roadmaps for technical teams

3+ years of experience in technical program management in a technical or cloud/SaaS environment
A 4-year degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field is often preferred, or equivalent work experience
A solid technical background with the ability to engage deeply with engineering teams on complex technical details
Proficiency in project management disciplines, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk management
Exceptional skills in building relationships and communicating effectively with diverse groups of people across the organization