Sr Technical Program Mgr, Live Stream Tooling

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead their Live Stream Tooling initiatives. This role sits within the Media Supply Chain organization, responsible for critical video processing and delivery systems that power Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and other major streaming platforms.

The position combines technical leadership with program management expertise, requiring someone who can drive complex software delivery while managing cross-functional relationships. You'll work closely with engineering teams to build and deploy microservices for video processing, packaging, and streaming delivery at massive scale.

As the Senior TPM, you'll orchestrate team ceremonies, manage release planning, and ensure smooth execution across distributed teams. Strong communication skills are essential as you'll regularly engage with executives and stakeholders. Technical depth is also crucial - you should understand video streaming concepts like ABR encoding, encryption, HLS, and CDN technologies.

The role offers exposure to cutting-edge streaming technology while working on products that reach millions of users globally. You'll help shape the future of Disney's media business through innovation in video delivery and processing. The position provides competitive compensation ($132,500 - $177,600) plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading discovery and execution of domain software initiatives
• Managing cross-team dependencies and technical integration points
• Driving risk management and issue resolution
• Documenting technical decisions and maintaining project health
• Balancing priorities across multiple concurrent workstreams

Requirements include 5+ years of software development program management experience, expertise with project management tools, and proficiency in Agile methodologies. Knowledge of video processing and distributed systems is strongly preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity to work at the intersection of media technology and program management, helping deliver streaming experiences for Disney's world-class content. The role offers significant technical challenge and business impact while working with talented teams in a collaborative environment.