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# Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM)

- **Company:** OpenTable, Inc.
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/opentable/jobs/8883178002

## About the Role

* 8-10+ years of experience in software development program management across cross-functional projects.
 * 5+ years in a program management role.
 * Expertise in Agile methodologies and tools.
 * Demonstrated ability to navigate software engineering challenges.
 * Proven ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.
 * Experience coordinating release schedules and building sustainable processes.
 * Hands-on expertise in automation and scripting, enabling the creation and optimization of workflows to automate various processes efficiently., * Background in a growth-stage or tech company.
 * Skilled in decomposing products or features into technical components and dependencies.
 * Experience in software development with one or more general-purpose programming languages.Familiarity with Jira and Confluence tools.

## Description

As a Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM), you will orchestrate the planning, development, and execution of key technical projects. Your leadership will bridge product and engineering efforts, ensuring seamless roadmap alignment, milestone tracking, and risk management. You'll play a crucial role in advancing both engineering and business strategies through effective collaboration and visionary program management. Effective stakeholder management and critical thinking are paramount in this role, as is the ability to exercise sound judgment in complex scenarios. Your strategic oversight and ability to navigate through ambiguity will drive our engineering and business vertical strategies forward., * Collaborate with product and engineering leaders to establish program plans and milestones, proactively managing risks and setting clear objectives.

 * Drive roadmap alignment across product areas, ensuring strategic goals are met through effective cross-functional coordination.
 * Lead transformation initiatives and develop strategic roadmaps, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve alignment.
 * Advocate for engineering excellence by supporting reliable software systems and improving productivity across teams.
 * Partner with Software Engineering, Platform Infrastructure, and other key functions to maintain high-quality standards.
 * Provide mentorship to junior TPMs, fostering their professional growth and enhancing overall program management capabilities.