
Technical Program Manager 6 - Ads Programmatic
Netflix · Los Angeles, CA
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- On site
- Full-time
- $525,000 / year
- Los Angeles, CA
Job highlights
- Lead complex cross-functional ads programs at Netflix.
- Develop technical strategies with engineering partners.
- Manage program execution, scope, schedule, and risks.
- Communicate progress to stakeholders and leadership.
- Requires 10+ years in technical program management.
About the role
About Netflix
Netflix's mission is to entertain the world. We are writing the next episode, pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom, and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition, and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next. We launched a new ad-supported tier in November 2022 to offer our members more choice in how they consume their content. Our new tier allows us to attract new members at a lower price point, while also creating a compelling path for advertisers to reach audiences that are deeply engaged.Our Team
The Ads Platform team builds the advertising systems and integrations that power the delivery of ads using our world-class content delivery ecosystem. We deliver ads in a manner that’s thoughtful of our members’ viewing experience and drive great outcomes for advertisers. Our team is new and yet faced with the ambitions of building highly performant advertising systems and delivering high impact to our business by monetizing our incredible slate of content. As one of the newest entrants in the Connected TV advertising space that’s rapidly growing, we seek to build unique value propositions that help us differentiate from the competition and become a market leader in record time. We are looking for a Technical Program Manager with Ads domain experience to drive high impact cross-functional ads programs. This role requires strong collaboration with product, engineering, data science, business, peer technical program managers, and senior leadership to drive, execute, track, and deliver high impact strategic programs in the Ads space.Responsibilities
- Lead multiple complex cross-functional programs, in collaboration with product, engineering, design, and data science, that deliver technical solutions.
- Provide deep domain expertise to form sound technical strategies with engineering partners.
- Drive clarity and engagement with cross-functional partners to align roadmaps and weigh in on relative priority.
- Work to decompose requirements into technical execution plans with measurable milestones, effectively optimize scope and schedule, manage cross-functional dependencies, and proactively manage risks.
- Leverage the insights and experience from this work to influence the improvement of underlying technologies, architectures, and operations.
- Craft clear communication of progress toward goals, reporting status to stakeholders and leadership.
Requirements
- 10+ years of technical program management experience
- Deep Ads Domain Expertise: Experience leading complex, greenfield initiatives in the advertising space, including launching new ad products, integrating ads into streaming, and/or building ad enablement capabilities from the ground up.
- Proven experience driving large-scale software projects, managing the definition of technical strategies, and building long-term scalable solutions.
- Deep understanding and point of view on product growth and discovery solutions.
- Highly skilled, experienced, and enjoys orchestrating multiple programs with many moving parts and creating partnerships with cross-functional teams.
- Able to identify gaps in solutions, debate technical approaches, and weigh in on product vs. technology tradeoffs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate business impact and technical constraints tailored to the audience.
- Self-starter who enjoys tackling 0 to 1 problem spaces and quickly bringing organization and direction.
- Exemplify the Netflix culture by understanding, advocating, and demonstrating its values.
Compensation and Benefits
Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top-of-market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $420,000.00 - $630,000.00. Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here. Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.Key skills/competency
- Technical Program Management
- Ads Domain Expertise
- Cross-functional Program Leadership
- Software Project Management
- Technical Strategy Development
- Product Growth
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- 0 to 1 Problem Solving
- Netflix Culture
Skills & topics
- Technical Program Manager
- Ads Programmatic
- Program Management
- Advertising Technology
- AdTech
- Software Development
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Netflix
- Tech Lead
- Senior Program Manager
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 10+ years of technical program management experience, specifically emphasizing Ads domain expertise and experience with greenfield initiatives. Quantify achievements in launching ad products or building ad enablement capabilities.
- Showcase strategic thinking: In your application and interviews, demonstrate your deep understanding of product growth and discovery solutions. Provide examples of how you've defined technical strategies and built scalable solutions for large-scale software projects.
- Emphasize collaboration and communication: Be prepared to discuss your experience orchestrating multiple programs, managing cross-functional dependencies, and debating technical approaches. Highlight your excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Understand Netflix culture: Research Netflix's values and demonstrate how you embody a self-starter mentality, enjoy tackling 0 to 1 problems, and can bring organization and direction.
- Prepare for technical and behavioral questions: Expect questions about your experience in the ad tech space, your approach to risk management, and how you handle tradeoffs between product and technology.
Technical preparation
Review ad tech fundamentals and programmatic advertising.,Familiarize yourself with large-scale software project lifecycles.,Practice decomposing complex problems into actionable plans.,Understand A/B testing and experimentation frameworks.
Behavioral questions
Describe a 0 to 1 initiative you led.,How do you handle conflicting stakeholder priorities?,Explain a complex technical strategy you developed.,How do you influence without direct authority?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Technical Program Manager 6 - Ads Programmatic role at Netflix?
- The salary range for the Technical Program Manager 6 - Ads Programmatic position at Netflix is $420,000.00 to $630,000.00 annually. This compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary, with flexibility to choose the allocation between salary and stock options.
- What kind of benefits does Netflix offer to its employees?
- Netflix offers comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. Salaried employees also enjoy flexible time off.
- What specific experience is required for the Technical Program Manager role at Netflix?
- The role requires at least 10 years of technical program management experience, with a strong emphasis on Deep Ads Domain Expertise. This includes leading complex, greenfield initiatives in the advertising space, launching new ad products, integrating ads into streaming, or building ad enablement capabilities from scratch.
- How does Netflix approach diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?
- Netflix is committed to diversity and inclusion, viewing it as a core value that builds stronger teams. They strive to provide a meaningful interview experience for all candidates and do not discriminate based on a wide range of personal characteristics. Candidates needing accommodations should contact their recruiting partner.
- What is the work arrangement for the Technical Program Manager 6 - Ads Programmatic position?
- While the job description doesn't explicitly state the work arrangement (on-site, hybrid, remote), roles at Netflix often offer flexibility. Given the nature of technical program management and the company's culture, it's likely to be either hybrid or remote, with potential for some on-site collaboration.
- What does '0 to 1 problem spaces' mean in the context of this Netflix TPM role?
- Tackling '0 to 1 problem spaces' means you'll be responsible for establishing entirely new initiatives, products, or processes from the ground up. This involves creating structure, defining direction, and building foundational systems where none existed before, requiring a high degree of initiative and problem-solving.
- How can I prepare for the interview for the Technical Program Manager role at Netflix?