Engineering Program Manager

Role Summary

The Engineering Manager – Complex Programs is responsible for leading cross-functional engineering teams to deliver large-scale, highly complex programs involving multiple systems, stakeholders, and dependencies. This role blends technical leadership, people management, and program execution to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and to quality standards. Key Responsibilities Program & Delivery Leadership Lead end-to-end execution of complex, multi-team engineering programs with high technical and organizational complexity Own program planning, milestones, dependencies, risks, and delivery commitments Partner with Product, Architecture, Operations, and Business stakeholders to align priorities and outcomes Drive trade-off decisions balancing scope, timeline, cost, and technical quality Technical Leadership Provide technical direction and architectural guidance across teams Review designs and ensure adherence to engineering standards, scalability, reliability, and security requirements Guide teams through complex technical problem-solving and system-level thinking Ensure technical debt is identified, prioritized, and managed effectively People Management & Team Development Manage, mentor, and grow engineering managers and/or senior engineers Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and accountable engineering culture Conduct performance reviews, career development planning, and coaching Ensure appropriate staffing, skill development, and succession planning Execution & Operational Excellence Establish and improve engineering processes (Agile, SDLC, DevOps, etc.) Monitor delivery metrics, engineering health, and operational KPIs Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies Ensure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and quality standards Stakeholder Communication Communicate program status, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership Translate complex technical topics into clear business insights Influence without authority across teams and organizational boundaries Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 11–16 years of engineering experience, including 3–5+ years in engineering management Proven experience leading large-scale, complex, cross-functional programs Strong background in system design and architecture Experience working in Agile / hybrid delivery environments Preferred Qualifications Experience managing managers (Manager-of-Managers role) Background in distributed systems, platforms, or large enterprise products Program management or delivery certification (PMP, SAFe, etc.) Experience working with global or distributed teams Key Skills & Competencies Strategic thinking and execution excellence Strong technical judgment and systems thinking Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills Risk management and decision-making under ambiguity Coaching mindset and people leadership Success Metrics On-time and high-quality delivery of complex programs Engineering team engagement and retention Reduction in delivery risk and technical debt Stakeholder satisfaction and business impact