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# Lead Software Technical Program Manager

- **Company:** Mastercard
- **Location:** O'Fallon, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Release Management, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=3020998703-2

## About the Role

* Technical program management
 * Program planning and execution
 * Cross-functional leadership
 * Agile and Scrum methodologies
 * Software development lifecycle
 * Risk and issue management
 * Stakeholder communication
 * Roadmap and release management
 * Budget and resource planning
 * Cloud and enterprise software concepts

## Description

Mastercard is seeking a Lead Technical Program Manager to drive complex software initiatives from planning through delivery. You will align engineering, product, security, and business teams; establish program plans and milestones; manage dependencies, risks, and resources; and communicate progress to stakeholders and leadership. The role calls for strong technical program management experience, a deep understanding of software development practices, and the ability to guide teams through change while maintaining focus on quality and outcomes. Join a collaborative, inclusive environment that values innovation, continuous growth, and the development of powerful, user-friendly solutions for businesses worldwide., * Plan and lead complex technical programs from initiation through delivery.

 * Coordinate engineering, product, security, and business teams to align objectives and timelines.
 * Develop program roadmaps, milestones, dependencies, and resource plans.
 * Identify and manage risks, issues, and scope changes.
 * Track delivery progress and communicate status, decisions, and escalations to stakeholders.
 * Support continuous improvement in program processes and delivery outcomes.