Staff Technical Program Manager, Platform Services

Position Overview

SiriusXM – including leading brands such as Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect – is transforming audio entertainment by delivering a compelling subscription and ad-supported experience across connected cars, smartphones, tablets, and PCs. In this role as Staff Technical Program Manager, you will drive high-profile software projects that support a cohesive consumer application experience while collaborating closely with Product, Marketing, and Engineering teams to align with strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a subject matter expert in the Platform Services domain and serve as a direct point of contact for project and team discussions.
• Facilitate organization-level processes such as program reviews and retrospectives to surface risks and gather feedback.
• Develop requirements considering technical capabilities, limitations, and interdependencies.
• Drive execution and delivery of high-profile projects while managing multiple engineering teams.
• Define and execute a high-caliber communication and delivery plan for complex programs.
• Assist teams in story writing, backlog maintenance, prioritization, and planning.
• Continuously evaluate and improve processes for enhanced productivity.
• Lead planning, refinement, and release ceremonies for the engineering teams.
• Proactively highlight, resolve, and communicate risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Forecast program risks and communicate mitigation plans effectively.
• Cultivate cross-functional relationships to drive progress and advocate for optimal outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technical roles within software development, including at least 5 years in leadership as a Technical Program Manager, Technical Project Manager, or Scrum Master.
• Proven track record in managing complex software development programs with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to distill complex issues into actionable and solvable tasks.
• Extensive experience with SDLC methodologies and a flexible approach to process management.
• Strong technical proficiency demonstrated through coding, quality assurance, technical writing, or similar expertise.
• Experience managing multiple teams operating under both Scrum and traditional project management frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to facilitate efficient and collaborative teamwork.
• Working knowledge in release planning and management.
• Experience in risk reporting, management, and mitigation.
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred certifications: Scrum Master Certification (CSM or PSM), PMP, or other relevant certifications.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Base salary is expected to be in the range of $145,000 to $179,250, commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Eligibility for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives.
• Benefits: A supportive work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism, and equal opportunity.
• Employment Type: FULL_TIME