Technical Program Manager Lead, OTT, YouTube

A platform where everyone can share their story, explore what they love, and connect with others through video content.
$214,000 - $305,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Consumer

Description For Technical Program Manager Lead, OTT, YouTube

YouTube, a global leader in video sharing and streaming, is seeking a Technical Program Manager Lead for their Over the Top (OTT) team. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of streaming TV by leading transformational initiatives in feature delivery, content acquisition, infrastructure, and operational maturity.

The position requires an experienced leader who can develop and manage a team while driving and scaling programs across the entire product and technical organization. You'll be working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and creativity, managing complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects that impact millions of users worldwide.

As the TPM Lead, you'll be responsible for driving technical discussions, resolving complex engineering challenges, and managing various Engineering-specific programs and teams. The role demands someone who can handle the chaos associated with fast-growing products while introducing the right level of structure and process optimization.

The position offers competitive compensation including a base salary range of $214,000-$305,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. You'll be joining a company that values diversity, inclusion, and the belief that everyone deserves to have a voice. YouTube's mission is to show people the world and build communities through shared stories and experiences.

This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned technical leader who excels in program management, has strong engineering acumen, and can drive business and technical transformation at scale. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology while helping shape the future of how people consume and interact with video content worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Technical Program Manager Lead, OTT, YouTube

  • Drive transformational feature delivery, acquisition infrastructure, and operational efficiency
  • Develop and coach a team of YouTube T/PgMs to drive scaled execution and systems thinking behaviors
  • Define processes for speeding up velocity in feature development and content delivery
  • Manage a portfolio of technical projects and drive multi-quarter roadmaps
  • Collaborate with Software Engineers, Product Managers and cross-functional organizations

Requirements For Technical Program Manager Lead, OTT, YouTube

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 10 years of technical program management experience
  • 7 years of experience in leadership role(s) with/without direct reports
  • 5 years of experience managing projects
  • Experience in the TV/Media Engineering domain
  • Excellent software engineering program management skills

Benefits For Technical Program Manager Lead, OTT, YouTube

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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