Coupang

Staff Technical Program Manager

Coupang$155K — $267K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of Engineering Program Management experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in Platform, Web design, API used by teams
  • Strong analytical and design capabilities
  • Flexibility and quick adaptability to new challenges
  • Proven capacity to manage large-scale technical initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the entire project lifecycle from concept to implementation
  • Collaborate with business and engineering teams to define and streamline requirements
  • Perform detailed functional and technical data analysis
  • Create and evolve specifications for multi-team features
  • Develop scenarios to identify new solutions for platform improvement
  • Establish systems for managing product feedback from customers
  • Identify and propose ways to enhance data quality and strategy.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus potential of 0-20% of base salary
  • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Generous PTO of 18-21 days plus 12 public holidays
  • Paid parental leave and employee assistance program
  • 401K plan with company match for retirement savings
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits for travel expenses.
Full Job Description
Role Overview

The TSE org is critical to Coupang's business strategy. This role will be responsible for full ownership & end-to-end company-wide charter, delivery & execution starting from Product & Service Definition, Functional Design, Engineering execution Lifecycle with a Customer focus and Customer lifecycle management for Coupang's Platform. You will be part of a Global team working from different locations but still work as a central connected unit. Within Product & Service Definition the role helps create design options for features being enabled by scenarios. For Product & Service Design this role mediates Scenario-relation features and applies design tradeoffs aligning to business requirements. This can also include defining business & technical requirements, so business acumen blended with strong technical understanding of technologies is a must. This role will possess a strong blend of technical, business, and project management experience that enables effective management of tangible solutions.

What You Will Do

As a Technical Program Manager, you will work closely with members of multiple business & Engineering teams to help define, streamline, design and analysis data to build business requirements and then work with engineering teams to articulate requirements, further perform functional & technical data & system analysis, drive engineering to implementation via all phases of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). In addition, the ideal candidate must possess a high degree of collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate effectively on many levels.
  • Strong functional & technical analytical & design capability to understand Common & shared platforms, web, & services API with underlying data.
  • Should be able to dive deep to come up with new Platform scenarios that help solving systems bigger problems by simplifying our services & cloud platform and help increase productivity & efficiency or every Engineer & system in the company.
  • Solid Platform, Web services, API technologies experience.
  • Strong blend of technical, business, and program management experience that enables seamless communication across teams, project execution and great customer reach.
  • Own, manage and deliver multiple large scale, complex programs across organizations with ease of simplicity, taking teams along to the path of success.
  • Own and Manage implementation E2E from Project charter, roadmap, plan, design, design, build, execute, deliver and monitor performance & adoption.
  • Creates, evolves, and communicates specifications for feature areas that enable cohesive, compatible, iterable scenarios that span multiple feature teams and enable a durable multi-year vision.
  • Should be able to come up with scenarios and business requirements by analyzing data and business needs.
  • Excellent cross-group collaboration and communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills, analytical capabilities, and attention to detail
  • Strong cultural change management experience
  • Identify, Propose and Implement ongoing data strategy and drive data quality improvements
  • Establishes, enables and improves systems to manage product feedback from customers to resolve issues.
  • Reviews and contributes to ecosystem design.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of Engineering Program Management experience in managing feature teams and designing large-scale or complex technical initiatives on shared Platform for Web & Web services, API, Data analytics
  • Minimum of 5 Years in Platform, Web design, API that are used by internal & external teams.
  • Flexible, agile and fast learner.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication
  • Excellent cross-group collaboration and communication skills
  • Demonstrated virtual team leadership capabilities
  • Knowledge or experience agile development methodologies (i.e. Scrum).
  • People management experience

Pay & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. At Coupang, your base pay is one part of your total compensation. The base pay for this position ranges from $155,000/year in our lowest geographic market to $267,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

General Description of All Benefits
  • Annual bonus is 0-20% of the base salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program
  • 401K Plan with Company Match
  • 18-21 days of the Paid Time Off (PTO) a year based on the tenure
  • 12 Public Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits

General Description of Other Compensation

"Other Compensation" includes, but is not limited to, bonuses, equity, or other forms of compensation that would be offered to the hired applicant in addition to their established salary range or wage scale.

Recruitment Process
  • Application Review - Phone Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview - Offer
  • The exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances.
  • Interview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage

Details to Consider
  • This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.
  • Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.
  • Those eligible for employment protection (recipients of veteran's benefits, the disabled, etc.) may receive preferential treatment for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

Privacy Notice
  • Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy Notice located below: https://www.coupang.jobs/privacy-policy/

Job Requisition ID

About Coupang

Coupang is a South Korean e-commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, and incorporated in Delaware, United States. Founded in 2010 by Bom Kim, the company expanded to become the largest online marketplace in South Korea. Its expansion led the company to the video streaming distribution after the launch of the service Coupang Play. Coupang is often referred to as the "Amazon of South Korea", due its position and corporate size in South Korean online market.

Coupang Careers

Join the vibrant team at Coupang, one of the largest and most innovative e-commerce platforms in the world. At Coupang, we are not just a company; we are a revolution in online shopping, dedicated to transforming the customer experience through bold innovation and leadership in the digital landscape.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with Coupang, where job opportunities abound to elevate your professional life. Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a leadership role, Coupang offers a dynamic environment for growth and advancement.

Innovate and Lead

At Coupang, innovation isn't just another buzzword—it's the cornerstone of our operations. Join our team and contribute to projects that redefine the norms of e-commerce. With a focus on rapid delivery and customer satisfaction, your work will directly impact millions of lives every day.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that diversity fuels innovation. Coupang is committed to creating a diverse work environment where everyone, from any background, can thrive. Our diversity training ensures that all team members are valued and understood, fostering an inclusive culture that supports professional and personal growth.

Grow Your Career

Coupang is the perfect place to future-proof your career. We support our employees with unmatched training, development programs, and opportunities for upward mobility. From internships to full-time positions, every role at Coupang is designed to enhance your skills and push the boundaries of what you can achieve.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Coupang is composed of passionate, curious, and innovative professionals. We are hiring individuals who are not only looking to advance their careers but also to make a significant impact on the industry. Join us and be part of a team that values creativity and solution-driven mindsets.

Benefits and Culture

Coupang offers a competitive package of benefits that address the diverse needs of our employees. From health and wellness to financial planning, we ensure our team is equipped to lead a balanced life. Experience our culture where work-life balance is not just promised but practiced.

Networking and Professional Development

Networking at Coupang opens doors to expansive career opportunities. Connect with leaders and peers within the company through various networking events and collaborative projects. Our commitment to your career development is reflected in our continuous learning initiatives and professional growth activities.

Explore Job Opportunities

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the numerous job opportunities at Coupang, from customer service to tech innovation. Check out our current openings and find where your skills and interests align with our needs.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest at Coupang by following our careers blog. Gain insider perspectives and industry-leading insights that you can apply to your professional life today.

Apply Now

Ready to make a significant impact? Submit your resume, complete your profile, and prepare for an interview where you can showcase your unique abilities. At Coupang, your next great job opportunity awaits.

SEARCH COUPANG JOBS

Join Coupang and be part of a forward-thinking company that prides itself on leadership, innovation, and a commitment to the careers of its employees.
Learn more about Coupang
Market Cap
$27.5 billion
Industry
Founded
2010
5 Year Trend
+61.5%
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Coupang

More Information Technology Jobs

Find similar Staff Technical Program Manager jobs: