Manager, Technical Programs

PayPal; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

PayPal is seeking a Program Manager to oversee multiple engineering operational projects, aligning with organizational goals. The role coordinates engineering, technical, and procurement activities, and manages program-level risks, issues, and budgets.

Key responsibilities include developing program plans, coordinating across projects, and communicating status to executives. This hybrid role supports collaboration across teams and adherence to engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of relevant experience managing complex programs within an engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage program plans, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and procurement activities.
• Coordinate activities across multiple projects to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Communicate program status to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Manage program budgets and financials.
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

This role oversees multiple engineering operational projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. The position involves coordinating engineering, technical, and procurement activities across various teams and managing program-level risks, issues, and budgets.

Essential Responsibilities

Scope: The project and program responsibilities focus on delivering a product or computer‑based system from design to release for customers.

• Develop and manage program plans, including timelines, milestones, deliverables, and procurement activities.
• Coordinate activities across multiple projects to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Communicate program status to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Manage program budgets and financials.
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven track record of managing complex programs within an engineering environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay for this role varies by location and experience. The expected pay range for the primary location is:

• San Jose, California: $159,500.00 – $236,500.00 annually.

Additional compensation may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation as applicable.

Work Model

PayPal’s balanced hybrid work model offers three days in the office for effective in‑person collaboration and two days at a choice of the PayPal office or home workspace.

Our Benefits

We provide comprehensive, choice‑based programs supporting personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial. Benefits include generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources that support financial security and mental health.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact [e-mail].

Belonging at PayPal

Our employees are central to advancing our mission. We strive to create a workplace where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging, cultivating an inclusive environment where all employees feel included and valued.