Director, Technical Program Management

LinkedIn connects the world's professionals and empowers them to be more productive and successful.
$185,000 - $304,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Director, Technical Program Management

LinkedIn, the world's leading professional networking platform, is seeking a Director of Technical Program Management to drive critical initiatives in their AI and infrastructure space. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of LinkedIn's technology infrastructure while working with cutting-edge AI platforms.

The position combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical program management, focusing on optimizing hardware capacity planning and resource allocation across LinkedIn's AI and product platforms. You'll be responsible for developing and implementing frameworks for GPU/CPU resource allocation, ensuring optimal ROI, and driving cross-functional initiatives to improve forecasting and hardware efficiency.

As a director, you'll lead complex, multi-year AI platform investments from conception to implementation, working closely with executive stakeholders to drive alignment and decision-making. The role requires exceptional communication skills to convey technical concepts to executive-level audiences and strong leadership abilities to mentor and grow the TPM team.

The hybrid work environment offers flexibility to work both remotely and from LinkedIn's office, promoting a healthy work-life balance while maintaining team collaboration. The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $185,000 to $304,000 annually, plus additional benefits including equity, annual performance bonus, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

This role is ideal for an experienced technical program manager with a strong background in AI and infrastructure initiatives, who can combine strategic thinking with practical execution. You'll be joining a company that's committed to creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce, making a real impact on how professionals worldwide connect and grow their careers.

Key responsibilities include leading hardware demand forecasting, driving cross-functional initiatives, coordinating technical requirements between teams, and managing executive-level communications. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience, strong technical acumen, and proven ability to drive complex initiatives to completion.

LinkedIn offers a collaborative and innovative culture where your ideas can make a difference at scale. The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a welcoming environment for all employees, with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities to support your growth.

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Responsibilities For Director, Technical Program Management

  • Lead hardware demand forecasting and planning for GPU/CPU resources
  • Drive cross-functional initiatives for better forecasting and hardware efficiency
  • Lead end-to-end execution of critical AI platform investments
  • Coordinate technical requirements between platform owners and customer teams
  • Drive executive-level communication and alignment
  • Manage, mentor and grow the TPM team

Requirements For Director, Technical Program Management

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  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant technical field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in Technical Program Management or Product Management
  • Proven expertise in driving complex AI and hardware capacity initiatives
  • Exceptional communication and persuasion skills
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities

Benefits For Director, Technical Program Management

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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