The Client and Partner Technologies team at Netflix seeks a Technical Program Manager to drive cross-functional programs that enhance software release capabilities across client applications and platforms on Smart TVs, Set-top boxes, and streaming media players. This role involves deep collaboration with product managers and engineering teams from various disciplines to formulate technical strategies and manage the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, implementation, and release management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in media-related technologies such as embedded Linux platforms or Android-based systems, and a strong background in streaming or cloud games is preferred. Key skills include domain expertise, strategic planning, risk management, and clear communication to stakeholders, with an emphasis on fostering partnerships and driving scalable solutions within the fast-paced Netflix environment.
Skills
JavaScript
C++
API Contracts
Linux
Android
Chrome OS
Software Development Lifecycle
Embedded Systems
Cloud Games
Streaming Industry
Technical Program Management
Cross-functional Collaboration
Release Management
CI/CD
What you'll do
Lead cross-functional programs involving product, engineering, design, and data science teams.
Formulate technical strategies with engineering partners using deep domain expertise.
Decompose requirements into detailed execution plans with measurable milestones for stakeholders.
Optimize scope and schedule of software deployments, managing dependencies and risks proactively.
Communicate progress clearly to stakeholders and leadership, ensuring alignment on goals.
What we're looking for
7+ years of technical program management experience in software release management.
Deep domain expertise in media streaming devices or cloud gaming industry.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs and drive large-scale technical strategies.
Strong skills in analyzing data, embedded Linux platform experience, or Android Platform knowledge.
Excellent communication skills for clear articulation of business impact and technical constraints.
Ability to identify gaps in solutions and make product vs. technology tradeoffs.
Self-starter with strong organizational and directional leadership capabilities.
Market check
Salary context
This
$290,000–$460,000
range sits above
97%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$143,150–$224,200
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$149,700–$213,375
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 238 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Netflix
Netflix is the world''s leading streaming entertainment service, offering a vast library of TV series, films, documentaries, and original content to subscribers in over 190 countries. Industry: Streaming Entertainment & Media
Netflix currently has
91 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$388,000–$610,000
across 87 roles with salary data.