Senior Technical Program Manager

Flipkart; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Flipkart is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to drive large, multi-phased technical initiatives that align with quarterly OKRs. You will translate business and product requirements into structured programs, leading cross-functional Product/Tech teams for outcomes that create business value.

You will own end-to-end SDLC for key initiatives, partner with Architects and operations, and manage risks while communicating progress to leadership.

Qualifications

• 8–14 years of industry experience, with 4–8 years in product/technology roles implementing solutions that address business needs.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership and driving strategic initiatives.
• Proven track record of leading large, multi-team technical programs addressing customer pain points and business outcomes.
• Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies, particularly Agile, with experience adapting them to constraints.

Responsibilities

• Understand long-term capabilities and groom the product backlog with Business, Product/Tech owners and Operations Leaders.
• Own end-to-end SDLC for key technical initiatives by collaborating with Sponsors, other TPMs, and multiple development teams.
• Collaborate with Architects to drive high-quality technical solutions and provide inputs on architecture, design, and priorities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; manage escalations; balance business needs against constraints.
• Articulate and communicate vision, plans, and project status to Flipkart Leadership and stakeholders.
• Engage with teams across Flipkart to evangelize projects and leverage existing technologies and processes.
• Drive strategy-setting and OKR reviews for Product/Tech teams.

Skills

Business understanding

Data-driven decisions

Agile implementation

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Program ownership

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Title: Senior Technical Program Manager

About the Role

eSenior Technical Program Management is a sub-function under Strategy Deployment, responsible for driving large, complex, multi-phased technical initiatives. These initiatives deliver Product/Tech and Business & Operations capabilities identified by Flipkart Leadership through the quarterly OKR process. The function acts as an enabler by initiating programs, defining deliverable-based plans, and leading cross-functional Product/Tech teams toward outcomes that create business value and meet strategic objectives. Operating under broad guidance from top management, this role requires initiative, problem-solving ability, and adaptability in a highly ambiguous environment. Senior Technical Program Managers translate Business and Product requirements into successful technical deployments through well-structured programs

Responsibilities

• Partner with Business, Product/Tech owners, and Operations Leaders to understand long-term capabilities and initiatives aligned with organizational goals; create and continuously groom the product backlog
• Own and execute end-to-end SDLC for key technical initiatives by collaborating with Project Sponsors, other Technical Program Managers, and multiple development teams
• Partner with Architects to drive high-quality technical solutions and provide inputs on architecture, design, and priorities
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; manage escalations; anticipate trade-offs; and balance business needs against constraints
• Clearly articulate and communicate vision, plans, and project status to Flipkart Leadership and key stakeholders
• Engage with teams across Flipkart to evangelize projects, build relationships, and leverage existing technologies and processes
• Drive strategy-setting and review exercises such as OKR finalization and quarterly/monthly OKR reviews for Product/Tech teams

Must-Have Skills

• Strong business and product/tech understanding across multiple domains
• Technical, analytical, and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to support decision-making
• Ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs, and evaluate new ideas with partners
• Hands-on experience establishing and driving Agile methodology
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of following through on programs
• Ability to think strategically and tactically, balancing long-term planning with day-to-day execution
• Proven track record of ownership and delivering results in fast-paced environments, including large-scale projects through the full lifecycle

Core Competencies

• Product/Tech Thinking: Understand product/tech strategy, influence cross-functional teams, and apply an entrepreneurial mindset to solve challenges
• Technology Acumen: Provide valid technical perspectives and demonstrate thought leadership
• Stakeholder Management: Align stakeholders on the "What" and "How" of technical programs
• Planning & Execution: Drive execution rigor using established practices and manage change effectively
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: Proactively identify issues, drive solutions, and make decisions aligned with organizational value

Experience

• 8–14 years of industry experience, with 4–8 years in product/technology roles implementing solutions that address business needs
• Experience partnering with senior leadership and driving strategic initiatives
• Proven track record of leading large, multi-team technical programs addressing customer pain points and business outcomes
• Strong understanding of program management methodologies with hands-on execution experience
• Deep knowledge of SDLC methodologies, particularly Agile, with experience adapting them to constraints