Sr Technical Program Manager (Digital Content Supply Chain)

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise.
$126,400 - $169,500
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Sr Technical Program Manager (Digital Content Supply Chain)

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to join their Digital Content Supply Chain team. This role sits at the intersection of technology and entertainment, helping to reimagine how Disney delivers magical viewing experiences through their streaming and digital products.

The position involves leading complex software development projects for Disney's media, advertising, and distribution businesses, with a focus on live and VOD Processing and Packaging Services. You'll be working with cutting-edge streaming technologies while managing distributed teams using Agile methodologies.

As a Sr TPM, you'll drive cross-team programs and collaborate with engineering leads, architects, and product managers to build, test, and deploy services that reach millions of consumers through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN+. The role requires strong technical program management skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience with project management tools like JIRA and Confluence.

The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of experience managing complex software development projects, with knowledge of distributed applications and media streaming technologies being a plus. You'll be joining a team that's focused on innovation and shaping industry norms in how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading entertainment companies, working on products that delight millions of consumers every day. The role offers competitive compensation ($126,400-$169,500) plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits, based in Glendale, CA.

If you're passionate about technology, entertainment, and leading teams to deliver complex technical solutions at scale, this role offers the perfect blend of technical program management and innovative streaming technology work at a company known for creating world-class entertainment experiences.

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Responsibilities For Sr Technical Program Manager (Digital Content Supply Chain)

  • Drive deliverables for the live and VOD Processing and Packaging Services team
  • Manage technology activities using Agile and Scrum practices
  • Work with multiple technical teams and Product groups to build, test, and deploy services
  • Drive cross-team programs, working closely with engineering and project leads, architects, and product managers
  • Orchestrate team ceremonies and contribute to positive team dynamics
  • Manage releases and balance task priorities across projects
  • Communicate transparently with senior management and stakeholders

Requirements For Sr Technical Program Manager (Digital Content Supply Chain)

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  • Minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex software development projects
  • Talent for leading virtual meetings with distributed teams
  • Expertise with project management tools like Confluence, JIRA, Smartsheet, Airtable
  • Proficiency in Agile Project Management methods, including Scrum and/or Kanban
  • BA/BS or equivalent experience required

Benefits For Sr Technical Program Manager (Digital Content Supply Chain)

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Bonus potential
  • Long-term incentives

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