Technical Program Manager

Samba TV tracks streaming and broadcast video across the world with our proprietary data and technology. We are on a mission to fundamentally transform the viewing experience for everyone. Our data enables media companies to connect with audiences for new shows and movies, and enables advertisers to engage viewers and measure reach across all their devices. We have an amazing story with a unique perspective on culture formed by a global footprint of data and AI-driven insights.

We are looking for a motivated and technically-grounded Technical Program Manager (TPM) to join our growing TPM organization. In this role, you will drive execution of programs across our advertising technology platform — spanning data products, measurement, identity, and audience solutions. You will work closely with engineering, product, and data science teams to ensure that projects land on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives. This is a high-impact individual contributor role with strong mentorship from senior TPM leadership.

What You'll Do::
• Own end-to-end program execution for one or more ad tech workstreams, including scoping, planning, tracking, and delivery.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to build project plans, define milestones, and manage dependencies.
• Proactively identify and escalate risks, issues, and blockers, driving resolution in a timely manner.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives) and support engineering teams in adopting best practices.
• Track and communicate program status, key metrics, and decisions to stakeholders and TPM leadership using earned value and other standard program metrics.
• Contribute to the development of team-level processes, templates, and governance frameworks.
• Develop a working understanding of the ad tech ecosystem to better partner with technical teams and evaluate tradeoffs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, data, and ops to address regulatory and compliance considerations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Who You Are: :
• 4–7 years of experience in technical program management, software engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Hands-on experience working with Agile/Scrum methodologies; familiarity with SAFe is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills — able to distill complex technical topics for both engineering and business audiences.
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to drive structure and clarity in evolving situations.
• Proficiency with program management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar).
• Analytical mindset with experience using data to inform decisions and track program health.

Preferred Qualifications: :
• Exposure to ad tech concepts such as programmatic advertising, DSPs, SSPs, header bidding, audience data, or measurement solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and big data technologies.
• Background in software engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
• Experience working within privacy-sensitive environments, with awareness of GDPR, CCPA, or similar regulatory frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical, analytical, or business-related field; or equivalent practical experience.

Samba TV is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strive to empower connection with one another, reflect the communities we serve, and tackle meaningful projects that make a real impact.

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