Warner Bros. Discovery
Media
SeniorManager,ProgramManagement
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“Senior Manager, Program Management at Warner Bros. Discovery. Skills: Program Management, Technical Acumen, AdTech Domain Expertise, Executive Communication. Own delivery across cross-platform programs. Ensure scalability, reliability, operational readiness”
What You'll Achieve.
Scalability; Reliability; Operational readiness; Execution excellence; Measurable impact on platform reliability, scalability, adoption, and revenue
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, 12+ years of technical program management experience, 3+ years leading and managing program managers or TPMs, technical foundation with the ability to engage in system architecture, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, APIs, and data, Deep understanding of advertising technology ecosystems, Proven experience owning portfolio-level status reporting, Demonstrated success leading large, enterprise-scale programs, ability to align global engineering, product, sales, operations, finance, and legal stakeholders, Track record of establishing delivery standards, operational mechanisms, and risk management frameworks
Nice to Have
ideally in advertising technology, SaaS, or enterprise platforms, partner effectively with senior and principal engineers, including ad serving, campaign management, forecasting, yield optimization, measurement, and converged linear + digital platforms, delivering concise, executive-ready narratives, driving measurable impact on platform reliability, scalability, adoption, and revenue, Experience improving program management maturity, driving transformation initiatives, and mentoring leaders
What You'll Do.
Own delivery across cross-platform programs
operational readiness
develop Technical Program Managers
Drive alignment on sequencing
Provide executive-level reporting
Partner with senior leaders on prioritization
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with senior leaders; Align global engineering, product, sales, operations, finance, and legal stakeholders
Communication Scope
Executive-ready reporting; Concise narratives
Process & Methodology
Program prioritization, Capacity planning, Cross-team dependency management, Delivery processes, Program management maturity, Execution strategy, Delivery standards, Operational mechanisms, Risk management frameworks
Full Job Description
**_Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of._** **Who We Are…** When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the _storytellers_ bringing our characters to life, the _creators_ bringing them to your living rooms and the _dreamers_ creating what’s next… From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. Your New Role: The Senior Manager, Program Management is responsible for leading a team of Technical Program Managers and owning delivery across a portfolio of cross-platform initiatives. This role sets execution standards, manages program prioritization and capacity planning, drives cross-team dependency management, and provides executive-level visibility into status, risks, and outcomes. The Senior Manager ensures teams follow consistent development and delivery processes while continuously improving program management maturity across the organization. Your Role Accountabilities: Program Portfolio & Systems Enablement (30%) Own delivery across a portfolio of cross-platform programs powering high-volume ad serving, data, and reporting systems spanning linear and digital environments. Ensure scalability, reliability, and operational readiness for platforms supporting thousands of internal users and billions of impressions. People Leadership & Capability Building (25%) Directly manage, mentor, and develop a team of Technical Program Managers. Set clear expectations, performance goals, and career development plans while establishing best practices that raise the overall bar for execution, accountability, and delivery rigor. Execution, Risk & Dependen
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