Senior Program Manager

The Zebra

$120K — $150K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of program or project management experience in a technology company
  • Ability to manage complex, ambiguous cross-functional initiatives
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or similar
  • PMP or similar certification a plus; strong ownership mindset required

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of complex cross-functional programs
  • Build program frameworks including roadmaps and risk registers
  • Partner with executive sponsors to align priorities and remove blockers
  • Communicate program status and outcomes to stakeholders
  • Drive accountability across teams and escalate issues as needed
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives for better workflows

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
  • Sabbatical program for tenured employees
  • HSA offering + employer contribution
  • Fertility support through Carrot
  • $100 monthly wellness perk
  • $300 pet reimbursement program
  • 401k with match
  • Unlimited PTO + flexibility
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Learning & Development Opportunities
Full Job Description
Introduction

We're seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs at The Zebra. You'll bring structure and momentum to our highest-priority strategic initiatives and ensure teams are aligned and executing.

Location
Our company headquarters are in Austin, TX, but our employees work remotely across the US. For folks who live around Austin, we offer the option to join us in our office or opt for a hybrid setup. Whether you prefer the structure of an office, the convenience of remote work, or a mix of both, we support what works best for you!

Please note: at this time we are not able to hire in Massachusetts.

What You'll Do
  • Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of complex cross-functional programs and strategic initiatives
  • Build program frameworks including roadmaps, milestones, risk registers, and decision logs
  • Partner with executive sponsors and functional leads to align priorities and remove blockers
  • Communicate program status, risks, and outcomes clearly to stakeholders at all levels
  • Drive accountability across teams and escalate when needed to keep initiatives on track
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and lead efforts to build better ways of working


What We're Looking For
  • 6+ years of program or project management experience in a technology company
  • Proven ability to manage complex, ambiguous cross-functional initiatives
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or similar
  • PMP or similar certification a plus; strong ownership mindset required


Why Work Here?
  • When we say "All Stripes Welcome," we mean it. Considering viewpoints outside of our own as individuals creates a better, more inclusive experience for everyone
  • We live and breathe inclusion. You will be part of a wide array of voices, opinions, and experiences that inform everything we do
  • We believe in innovation. You will be part of experimentation; creative problem solving; cross-functional collaboration; testing new approaches, tools and ideas and learning from those tests; and understanding when innovation can drive real impacts and when it may not be needed.
  • We trust our teams. You'll own your work, balancing personal accountability with team accountability. Together, we take pride in individual and team contributions; make thoughtful decisions; and want our teammates to succeed.
  • We care about each other. You'll join a team that truly lives their values, both in and out of the office. Our Zeebs have honest conversations, give direct feedback, and remember that we are all people here to do great work.
  • We take thoughtful action. You will be empowered to do the right things as efficiently as possible, not just checking boxes off a list without thinking.


Benefits & Perks

Inclusive and healthy environments are crafted intentionally. Here are some other wonderful perks of working here:
  • Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
  • Sabbatical program for tenured employees
  • HSA offering + employer contribution
  • Fertility support through Carrot
  • $100 monthly wellness perk
  • $300 pet reimbursement program
  • 401k with match
  • Unlimited PTO (paid time off) + flexibility to enjoy it
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Learning & Development Opportunities

The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per year. The final salary amount will be determined based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, and insights gained throughout the interview process.

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