Senior Technical Program Manager - Confluent

IBM

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Jose, CA
Posted: 11 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Senior Technical Program Manager - Confluent

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As a Senior Technical Program Manager at Confluent in San Jose, you will lead complex projects and initiatives within a dynamic team focused on advancing the company’s data streaming platform. Your primary responsibilities include defining project scope, managing timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery of high-impact products. You will work closely with engineering, product management, and sales to align technical goals with business objectives. Key technologies involve Kafka, cloud services like AWS and Azure, and various programming languages such as Java and Python. This role demands expertise in agile methodologies, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of data streaming solutions at scale, addressing critical challenges faced by enterprises worldwide.

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Kafka Confluent AWS CI/CD Docker Python Java PostgreSQL SQL Kubernetes Terraform Git Jira Scrum

What you'll do

Manage cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that align with business objectives.
Develop detailed project plans, identifying milestones, tasks, resources, and schedules.
Monitor project progress and resolve issues proactively to ensure completion of the project.
Communicate status updates, risks, and key decisions to stakeholders regularly.

What we're looking for

Minimum 7 years of experience in technical program management.
Strong background in software development and cloud technologies.
Experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders effectively.
Excellent communication skills for complex problem-solving discussions.
Proven ability to drive product roadmaps and execution strategies.
PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.

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