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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Program Manager 2, FreeWheel (Chicago - Hybrid) - **Company:** Comcast - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Confluence, JIRA, Systems Development Life Cycle - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://comcast.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Comcast_Careers/job/VA---Reston-11951-Freedom-Dr-Ste-900/Technical-Program-Manager-2--FreeWheel--Chicago---Hybrid-_R439262 ## About the Role * Working knowledge of Agile frameworks and SDLC practices * Understanding of backlog management and estimation techniques * Familiarity with cross-functional team dynamics * Skills: * Facilitation of agile ceremonies (e.g., standups, retrospectives) * Basic risk identification and mitigation * Effective use of Jira, Confluence, and planning tools * Abilities: * Manage delivery for one or more teams * Communicate status and risks to stakeholders * Begin coaching teams on delivery best practices, Agile Methodology, Collaboration, Communication, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Project Management, Results-Oriented, Teamwork, Bachelor's Degree While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience. ## Description This job involves managing technical programs, focusing on aligning project milestones with product and business requirements. It requires collaboration with senior staff and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution. The role emphasizes continuous improvement in engineering processes and effective communication with all stakeholders to achieve program objectives. At this level, you'll own delivery for one or more teams within a platform area. You'll facilitate agile ceremonies, manage dependencies, and begin coaching teams on SDLC best practices. You'll work with moderate guidance and begin contributing to planning and process improvement., * Understanding the scope of technical programs, participating in milestone planning, and driving alignment to these milestones * Utilizing technical knowledge to research, plan, and achieve objectives through the program team * Collaborating with senior staff to engage cross-functional core team members for program success * Overseeing project plans from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to technical specifications * Maintaining program records and overseeing the identification and management of critical path tasks * Driving the development of program goals, objectives, and success criteria, ensuring stakeholder alignment * Recommending improvements to engineering processes to increase efficiency and reduce duplication * Tracking program schedules, managing tasks, and making necessary adjustments to meet objectives * Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance. * Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary. * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Key Focus Areas: * Drive team-level delivery execution * Facilitate agile ceremonies and backlog refinement * Track and report on team velocity and capacity * Begin identifying and addressing delivery inefficiencies Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Platform Delivery Leadership * Lead delivery across multiple teams or a platform area. * Manage cross-team dependencies and delivery timelines. * Agile SDLC Implementation ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [42 x 2 Canvases Later: Two Years, Two Minds, Many Lessons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1458-42-x-2-canvases-later-two-years-two-minds-many-lessons) - [An introduction to Extreme Programming](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/709-an-introduction-to-extreme-programming) - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) ## Related Articles - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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