Senior Program Manager

Expedia Group

$184K — $295K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of program management experience in large-scale transformation within complex enterprises
  • History of successful process improvements that simplify workflows across various functions
  • Ability to diagnose complex issues using a whole-systems approach
  • Experience managing product development projects from concept to launch using data-driven decisions
  • Strong credibility with senior leaders to accelerate decision-making in complex environments
  • Proficiency in analyzing and presenting data to support program outcomes
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with shifting priorities

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex, high-visibility programs transforming organizational operations
  • Establish and maintain governance structures for program alignment and budget management
  • Develop expertise in new domains and cultivate stakeholder relationships
  • Oversee vendor partnerships to ensure alignment with organizational goals
  • Identify and mitigate risks proactively to safeguard program timelines
  • Integrate various program timelines and adjust plans in real-time to ensure delivery
  • Apply systems thinking to create comprehensive solutions for organizational challenges

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and wellness benefits
  • Travel discounts and reimbursements
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program
  • Membership in the International Airlines Travel Agent Network (IATAN)
Full Job Description
Senior Program Manager, The Information Technology (IT) team enables EG with productivity tools, support operations, corporate networking, hybrid data centers, network operations center/site reliability, and IT Service Management. The TPM function with IT drives end-to-end delivery for cross-functional technical programs from idea to launch so the business gets predictable, measurable outcomes. Leveraging a blend of agile and traditional methodologies, this team enables clarity, accountability, and execution through structured planning, well-defined scope and success metrics, disciplined risk and dependency management, and transparent communication with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders.

In this role, you will:
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple complex, high-visibility, and transformational programs - including enterprise-wide AI deployments, workplace productivity solutions, and operational unification initiatives
  • Build and maintain program governance structures, including business cases, stakeholder alignment, budgets, risk registers, and executive communications
  • Quickly develop deep knowledge of new domains and build trusted relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organization
  • Partner with and oversee vendors in support of program delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives and contractual performance standards
  • Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues - anticipating challenges before they create program impacts
  • Integrate timelines, milestones, and cross-program dependencies, making real-time adjustments to keep delivery on track
  • Apply systems thinking to connect people, process, and technology, and implement holistic solutions to complex organizational challenges
  • Communicate program status, risks, and outcomes clearly and confidently to senior and executive audiences, adapting messaging to diverse stakeholder groups
  • Define measures of success, evaluate progress, and lead continuous improvement efforts across program execution
  • Guide functional peers on frameworks and methodologies, and foster a culture of cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing


Required qualifications:
  • Program management experience delivering large-scale, transformational programs in complex enterprise environments, with a demonstrated history of achieving measurable business outcomes
  • Demonstrated record of creating meaningful change through process improvement - identifying systemic bottlenecks, establishing repeatable patterns, and simplifying workflows across organizational and functional boundaries
  • Proven ability to apply a whole-systems approach (people, process, technology, and structure) to diagnose complex problems and design integrated, scalable solutions
  • Experience leading programs across the full product development lifecycle - from concept through launch - using data to validate progress, inform prioritization, and demonstrate impact
  • Established track record of building credibility at senior and executive levels, accelerating decision-making by framing options clearly, and serving as a go-to partner for navigating complex organizational and business challenges
  • Proficiency in compiling, analyzing, and presenting data on program and process outcomes to demonstrate impact, inform prioritization, and support executive decision-making
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent programs with competing priorities and ambiguous or evolving scope
  • Experience developing and presenting program governance artifacts, including business cases, roadmaps, and executive briefings
  • Experience managing vendor relationships and third-party partnerships in support of technology program delivery
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust with senior and executive stakeholders
  • Proactive approach to stakeholder engagement: anticipating concerns, actively seeking feedback, motivating others to challenge the status quo, and iterating on deliverables to drive accountability and quality outcomes
  • Experience working both collaboratively and autonomously in a global, matrixed organization


Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience leading enterprise-wide AI, automation, or workplace productivity solution deployments
  • PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program management certification
  • Experience in IT Service Management (ITSM) and enterprise service delivery
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms
  • Agile or hybrid delivery methodology experience


The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $184,500.00 to $258,000.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $295,000.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.

Benefits and perks

Expedia Group offers benefits and perks designed to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness and travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and International Airlines Travel Agent Network (IATAN) membership. Learn more about life at Expedia Group at https://careers.expediggroup.com/life.

Accommodation requests

Expedia Group is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience. If you need an accommodation or adjustment due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a request at https://expedia.service-now.com/askeg?id=job_accommodation.

Important notice

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