Software Technical Program Manager, In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity

Delta Air Lines, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

401(k) with company contributions up 9

Paid time off

Health benefits

Flight privileges

Career development programs

Job summary

Delta Air Lines, Inc. is seeking a Software Technical Program Manager for the Inflight Entertainment & Connectivity Platform.

You will lead complex software development, platform modernization, and systems integration programs, coordinating technology, business, and vendor stakeholders to deliver strategic software products aligned with Delta's objectives. You will drive integrated roadmaps, release schedules, and governance while advancing Agile practices and operational effectiveness across

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Advanced technical program and project management expertise.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC methodologies and Agile delivery.
• Experience leading enterprise software and systems integration initiatives.
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management within matrix organizations.
• Experience with cloud technologies, web services, and embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex software development and platform programs for Delta's IFEC ecosystem.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive alignment and accountability.
• Develop integrated program plans, roadmaps, releases, and executive communications.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and governance.
• Drive continuous improvement in software delivery and Agile practices.

Skills

Program management

SDLC & Agile

Enterprise software

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Cloud technologies

Analytical skills

Influence without authority

Vendor management

Prioritization

Cross-functional leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

The Software Technical Program Manager, Inflight Entertainment & Connectivity Platform is responsible for leading complex software development, systems integration, and platform delivery programs supporting Delta's Inflight Entertainment & Connectivity (IFEC) ecosystem, including Next Generation Inflight Entertainment initiatives. The role serves as the primary program leader coordinating technology, business, operational, and vendor stakeholders to successfully deliver strategic software products and platform capabilities while ensuring alignment with business objectives, project governance standards, quality requirements, schedules, and budgets.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software development, platform modernization, and systems integration programs supporting Delta's IFEC ecosystem and customer-facing technology initiatives.

• Manage program scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, dependencies, governance processes, and change control activities to ensure successful program execution and delivery outcomes.

• Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams including Technology, Product, Business Operations, Engineering, Development, Quality Assurance, Scrum teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders to drive alignment and accountability.

• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, roadmaps, milestones, release schedules, resource plans, risk registers, and executive communications to support strategic decision making and project success.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for software delivery, Agile practices, project governance, operational effectiveness, and stakeholder communication while ensuring compliance with Delta project management methodologies and standards.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.

• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

• Advanced technical program and project management expertise.

• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and Agile delivery frameworks.

• Experience leading enterprise software and systems integration initiatives.

• Program governance, risk management, and issue resolution expertise.

• Roadmap planning, release management, and resource planning capabilities.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

• Executive‑level communication and presentation skills.

• Stakeholder management and influencing skills within matrix organizations.

• Experience working with cloud technologies, web services, integrated software platforms, and embedded systems.

• Strong ability to manage competing priorities and drive accountability across teams.

• Vendor and partner management capabilities.

• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams without direct reporting authority

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Experience delivering IFEC, platform, product development, or regulated industry technology programs.

• Quality assurance and technology operations experience.

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living ourvalues – Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork – everyday, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart ofwhat we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring acareer at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning greatcompensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:

• Competitive salary,industry‑leading profit sharing program, and performanceincentives

• 401(k) with generous companycontributions up to 9%

• Paid time off includingvacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave

• Comprehensive health benefitsincluding medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and lifebenefits

• Family care assistance throughfertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support,subsidized back‑up care, and programs that help with loved ones in allstages

• Holistic Wellbeing programs tosupport physical, emotional, social, and financial health, includingaccess to an employee assistance program offering support for you andanyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resourcessupporting mental health

• Domestic and Internationalspace‑available flight privileges for employees and eligible familymembers

• Career development programs toachieve your long‑term career goals

• World‑wide partnerships toengage in community service and innovative goals created to focus onsustainability and reducing our carbon footprint

• Business Resource Groupscreated to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion,provide perspective and help implement strategies

• Recognition rewards and awardsthrough the platform Unstoppable Together

• Access to over 500 discounts,specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as carand hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, andchildcare

Delta Air Lines, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / affirmatives Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings through this site, apply for jobs through Delta’s online system, or at any point in the selection process.