Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager

Job title:

Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager

Company

OpenTable

Job description

This is a full-time salaried role with 2+ days of required work in the .With millions of diners, tens of thousands of restaurants, and 23+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a unique insight into the world of hospitality. We champion restaurants, bars, wineries, and other venues around the world, helping them attract guests, manage capacity, improve operations and maximize revenue.Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global network that includes OpenTable and KAYAK’s portfolio of travel brands including Swoodoo, checkfelix, momondo, Cheapflights, Mundi and HotelsCombined.Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture. You’ll work in a welcoming and inclusive environment, and get the benefits, flexibility, and support you need to succeed.The Role:The Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM) will orchestrate the planning, development, and execution of key technical projects across product and engineering. This individual will ensure seamless roadmap alignment, milestone tracking, and risk management, and play a crucial role in advancing tech and business strategies. The Staff TPM is a master collaborator with visionary program management and critical thinking skills, operates with strategic oversight and can navigate ambiguity to drive these vertical strategies forward. If this opportunity resonates with you, we encourage you to apply!Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product and engineering leaders to establish program plans and milestones.
• Proactively manage risks, set clear objectives, and ensure strategic goals are met.
• Lead transformation initiatives, develop strategic roadmaps, and foster a collaborative environment to achieve alignment.
• Advocate for engineering excellence by supporting reliable software systems and improving productivity cross-team.
• Partner with Software Engineering, Platform Infrastructure, and other key functions to maintain high-quality standards and enhance programs.
• Provide mentorship to junior TPMs and foster their professional growth.

Requirements:

• 6+ years in software development program management across cross-functional projects.
• 5+ years in a program management role.
• Expertise in Agile methodologies and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate software engineering challenges.
• Proven ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Experience coordinating release schedules and building sustainable processes.
• Hands-on expertise in automation and scripting, enabling the creation and optimization of workflows to automate various processes efficiently.

Benefits:

• You will accrue 25 vacation days per year in addition to statutory UK Bank Holidays
• One Celebration Day per calendar year
• Private Health & Dental and Life Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pension Fund
• Gym Discount
• Bike2Work
• Season Loan Ticket
• Reimbursable eye tests and 100 GBP contribution towards VDU glasses only
• Perkbox & Booking.com business discounts

Diversity, Equity, and InclusionOpenTable aspires to be a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and a culture that is inclusive and welcoming. Hiring people with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas is critical to innovation and to how we deliver great experiences for our users and our partners. Representation matters.We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform job responsibilities, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 06:43:19 GMT

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