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Senior Technical Program Manager
Senior Technical Program ManagerCNN • Ottawa, ON, CA
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Senior Technical Program Manager

Senior Technical Program Manager

CNN • Ottawa, ON, CA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Program Manager, Technical to own program delivery and play an active role in the day-to-day efforts of agile development teams within the video delivery workflow. This role is responsible for providing streams of Live Events, On Demand content, and other digital experiences by partnering with technical leads, developers and product owners. The ideal candidate will ensure that scope, deliverables and timelines are met by managing all aspects of a project life cycle including project planning, development, change control, implementation, issue management, customer relationships, and team leadership. This is accomplished through effective communication and facilitation skills, ability to lead by example, strong organization skills and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver large-scale projects and features within and outside team, driving clarity and cross-functional implementation
  • Own full project lifecycle from initiation to completion with flexibility to move across various workstream needs : technical solution design, project timeline planning, risk management, bug triage, data analysis, launch rollout plans
  • Create project roadmaps and charters that define the scope, phases, tasks, assignments, dependencies, and target dates
  • Facilitate sprint ceremonies and work with development teams to continuously improve agile processes
  • Align with Tech Manager to ensure the necessary resources are in place, identifying any gaps and working with leadership to secure project team members
  • Interact directly with internal and external stakeholders, including senior staff and department managers, as well as with development teams to translate requirements into high-quality software and escalate risks in a timely manner
  • Own program delivery for multiple complex initiatives with committed deadlines, known / unknown scope, and cross-team dependencies
  • Manage customer expectations and communicate with other groups as needed to ensure successful implementation
  • Willingness to challenge status quo and champion change for program delivery success and operational efficiency

Qualifications

  • A background in video delivery (Streaming, Live Events, On Demand, Live2VOD, etc.) is ideal, but not required
  • Expertise in working with and setting up agile development practices (especially Scrum and / or Kanban), methodologies and tools
  • 4+ years of Project Management experience (PMP preferred but not required)
  • 4+ years Scrum experience, with at least two as ScrumMaster (CSM strongly desired)
  • 3+ years technical experience such as software developer or business analyst is ideal but not required
  • Ability to understand and abstract multifaceted systems from technical descriptions
  • Ability to thoroughly understand complex business and technical issues and influence decision making at all levels of the organization without formal reporting structure authority
  • Experience working with large organizations or multiple groups on small to large scale projects
  • Passionate about advocating client needs
  • Strong collaboration with development teams to coordinate work
  • Excellent communication skills, both technical and non-technical
  • Ability to operate in a high-pressure, highly visible workstream
  • Why Join WBD?

  • Work alongside industry-leading professionals delivering premium digital experiences
  • Contribute to products and infrastructure trusted by millions of global users
  • Enjoy a dynamic, inclusive environment that fosters personal growth, career advancement, and continuous learning
  • On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies. The expected completion is mid-2026. During this period, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands. For details, visit our newsroom.

    How We Get Things Done

    Our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com / guiding-principles / along with insights from the team. We look forward to discussing them during your interview.

    Championing Inclusion at WBD

    Warner Bros. Discovery embraces a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to protected characteristics under law. If you require adjustments during the application process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

    In compliance with local law, compensation information is disclosed where required. Pay Range : $101,000.00 - $141,000.00 per year. Actual salaries vary based on factors including market data, location, skill set, experience, and performance. Base pay is one component of total compensation, which may include bonuses and other rewards. This position is open for an existing vacancy.

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