Director of Technical Program Management, Monetization
Job Summary
The role involves leading and managing a team of Technical Program Managers to oversee large-scale technical initiatives related to monetization products. It requires collaboration with engineering, product, marketing, and sales teams to align strategies and prioritize programs. Candidates should have extensive experience in managing technical teams and delivering infrastructure projects, with expertise in advertising platforms and AI/ML technologies. The position offers benefits aimed at promoting inclusion and flexible work arrangements.
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About Pinterest:
Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.
Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.
Pinterest is looking for an experienced and motivated Director, Technical Program Management to play a critical role across all monetization Pinterest products, ensuring that we deliver our revenue goals while supporting our partners and ensuring users leverage Pinterest to make their lives better in the positive corner of the internet. This role is fundamental to Pinterest’s growth in the next years.
What you’ll do:
- Lead, grow and manage a team of experienced Technical Program Managers, providing leadership and guidance to drive successful program execution.
- Ensure the M10n organization T/PgM needs are covered by proactively identifying resource gaps and misaligned priorities. In partnership with the VP of Strategy and Operations secure funding and reprioritize allocation across the team.
- Work closely with the engineering, product, product marketing and sales to contribute to the product and technology strategy.
- Proactively identify high-impact programs, drive yearly planning across M10n and ensure our priorities, incremental opex and infrastructure costs are aligned with the business strategy and approved by our executive team.
- Define and manage the operating rhythms for the M10n team including execution and business reviews.
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to ensure alignment, prioritize tasks, and make crucial decisions in collaboration with internal partners and stakeholders.
- Engage with a stakeholder across engineering, product and design at all levels, establishing and maintaining trusted connections.
What we're looking for:
- 15+ years of experience with building and managing a team of Technical Program Managers and leading large-scale or complex technical initiatives.
- Deep understanding of advertising platforms, software development processes and ML and AI technologies.
- Proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven communication and interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional team.
- Capable of building credibility and fostering connections with senior executives and team members.
- Skilled in fostering organizational growth and cultivating a team-oriented atmosphere.
- Knowledge of software development processes and best practices.
Relocation Statement:
- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
In-Office Requirement Statement:
- We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
- This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.
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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.
Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.
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