[Remote] Staff Technical Program Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GitHub is a developer platform and home of open source that helps developers collaborate and build secure software. The Staff Technical Program Manager will lead complex initiatives within the Security Products organization, coordinating engineering, product, design, business, and go-to-market teams while managing plans, dependencies, risks, and outcomes. The role will also improve TPM processes and develop reusable tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• The Technical Program Manager partners with engineering leaders, product managers, and stakeholders across GitHub to build and execute comprehensive program plans, manage dependencies and risks, and ensure teams deliver high-quality outcomes. TPMs provide clear communication, drive alignment, and help leaders make informed decisions throughout the lifecycle of complex initiatives
• Successful TPMs are technically credible, operationally rigorous, and comfortable navigating ambiguity. They bring together diverse teams, balance competing priorities, and make thoughtful tradeoff recommendations that optimize for overall program success
• This role sits within GitHub's Security Products organization. The TPM will partner closely with engineering, product, and business leaders to deliver capabilities that help developers build secure, high-quality software by default. Programs may span application security, software supply chain security, AI-powered security capabilities, developer platforms, and large-scale product launches that reach GitHub's global customer base
• The TPM is also expected to help scale the TPM practice through process improvements, operational excellence, and the development of reusable tools and frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced TPM who enjoys solving complex technical and business challenges, working across organizational boundaries, and influencing senior leaders to drive impactful outcomes

Skills

• 8+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Math, Business, or related field AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
• OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Math, Business, or related field AND 4+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
• OR equivalent experience
• 5+ years experience in managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
• 7+ years of experience in working directly with engineering, product and supporting business teams in launching new products; you are results-oriented and have a track record of shipping and iterating
• Comfortable working in a 100% remote and globally distributed team and willing to travel as/when needed in support of program goals
• Have a flair for software development projects, can quickly absorb new technologies and proven experience in creating clarity in the midst of complexity; experience in understanding the technical architecture and design of a product
• Experience leading large-scale technical programs involving application security, AI-powered developer experiences, software supply chain technologies, developer platforms, or related domains. Ability to quickly develop domain expertise and effectively partner with security engineers, architects, and product leaders
• Expert level knowledge in agile as well as traditional project management methodologies, with the ability to combine and develop hybrid tools to drive project and team success
• Ability to clearly identify and articulate project status, identify complex blockers, and work with a sense of urgency to mitigate unexpected issues, when they arise
• Demonstrated success in working in a boundary-less manner and delivering results through cross functional, cross organizational collaboration
• Intellectually curious with a passion for learning and development for yourself and others

Benefits

• Certain roles are eligible for benefits and additional rewards, including annual bonus and stock.
• Certain roles also have the opportunity to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee's role.
• Remote-first work arrangement
• Competitive pay
• Generous learning and growth opportunities
• Excellent benefits to support you, wherever you are

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