Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager

We are seeking a Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager to serve as both Chief of Staff & Technical Program Manager to our Sales Engineering VP. This is a force-multiplier role spanning strategy, operations, and delivery across a ~260-person organization.

This is a hybrid position, requiring on-site presence 2-3 days a week at one of the following locations: Palo Alto, CA; Seattle, WA.

Chief of Staff

Organizational leadership - Own the operating system of the Sales Engineering org

Own the operating cadence - staff meetings, business reviews, planning rituals, Townhalls, and people and communications mechanisms

Build and maintain dashboards and reporting that give the VP and leadership a single trusted view of organizational health, delivery, and risk

Run the rhythm of business across the leadership team, ensuring goals, metrics, and commitments are visible, current, and on track

Manage the leadership team’s priorities and time horizon, protecting focus on the highest-leverage work and preventing organizational thrash

Oversee budget planning and management, ensuring financial resources are allocated effectively across the organization

Plan and allocate resources effectively across project demands and organizational goals

Drive clear, consistent internal communications - keeping the org aligned and informed

Technical Program Manager

Engineering execution - Lead cross-functional engineering initiatives end to end

Lead highly cross-functional engineering initiatives - on time, within scope, within budget - through influence without direct authority. Work closely with other TPMs to ensure initiative success & KPIs are met.

Identify, track, and manage dependencies across multiple projects to mitigate risk and ensure seamless execution

Collaborate with engineering, product management, and other cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment and successful outcomes

Proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact delivery, implementing solutions efficiently

Provide strategic direction to the program management team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Do you have experience in Senior leadership?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, 10+ years in technical program management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role

Proven track record managing large-scale engineering projects through development, testing, and deployment

Experience operating as a Chief of Staff or in a similar executive-support function within a large organization

PMP, PgMP, or similar certifications are a plus

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (computer science) or equivalent experience

Core Skills

Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including executive-level communication

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive outcomes through influence without direct authority

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach

Demonstrated expertise in engineering execution: development, testing, and deployment of technical solutions

Ability to manage organizational operating rhythms: goal tracking, dashboards, planning cycles, and budget management

3.13.1 out of 5 stars San Jose, CA Hybrid work $130,000 - $260,000 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Opportunities for advancement, Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and creativity.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Collaborative Culture: Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued.

• High-Impact Work: Play a key role in driving the success of our engineering initiatives and making a significant impact on the organization.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for technical program management, we would love to hear from you.

Annual Salary $130,000.00 - $260,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

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