Senior Technical Program Manager, Cross‑Team Delivery

Mastercard; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard seeks a Principal Technical Program Manager to drive complex, cross-functional programs across multiple teams and vendors. You will define delivery milestones, establish governance, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a proven ability to operate in ambiguous environments while delivering impactful results. Based in Ireland, with a focus on scalable engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate independently in ambiguous, early-stage programs.
• Experience managing complex technical programs across multiple teams.
• Strong expertise in agile delivery models and scrum practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Understanding of business strategy and technology trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive cross-functional programs to meet delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to align scope and timelines.
• Establish operating rhythms, governance, and program practices for a growing tech org.
• Provide accurate status, risks, and decisions to senior leadership.
• Scale engineering squads across regions by creating repeatable delivery models.
• Lead cross-team coordination and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

Skills

Independent execution

Program management

Agile / Scrum

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Cross-team coordination

Education

BS in engineering, computer science, project management or related

Job description

Mastercard seeks a Principal Technical Program Manager to drive complex, cross-functional programs across multiple teams and vendors. You will define delivery milestones, establish governance, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a proven ability to operate in ambiguous environments while delivering impactful results. Based in Ireland, with a focus on scalable engineering practices.