Staff Technical Program Manager

Oportun; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Bonus and incentive programs

Healthcare packages (medical, dental,

Remote work options

Virtual coffee chats and events

Job summary

Oportun seeks a Staff Technical Program Manager to drive complex technical programs within the Engineering Ecosystem Org, delivering value with speed and quality.

In year one, establish clear plans and roadmaps, automate information flow, and partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in technical program management for large-scale programs.
• Strong technical background with deep understanding of software development processes.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Experience mentoring or supporting other program managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex technical programs from inception to delivery with clear scope and milestones.
• Develop detailed program plans, schedules, and roadmaps aligned to business priorities.
• Own information-flow pipelines, reduce friction, and automate where possible.
• Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and blockers; drive timely resolution.
• Communicate status, decisions, and challenges to stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile methodologies

AI tools

Mentoring

Software development background

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/related field

Tools

AI tools (ChatGPT/Copilot)

Job description

• The Staff Technical Program Manager exists to drive complex technical programs that help the Engineering Ecosystem Org deliver member value with high speed and high quality
• In year one, success means establishing clear program plans and roadmaps, improving information flow through thoughtful automation, and delivering high-impact initiatives in close partnership with engineering and cross-functional teams
• At Oportun, we move fast and we hold each other to a high bar. If you care about doing your best work while actually moving the needle for real people, you’ll fit right in
• You’ll drive continuous improvement in program management processes and practices, fostering innovation, operational excellence, and predictable execution
• You’ll lead and manage multiple complex technical programs from inception through delivery, ensuring clear scope, milestones, dependencies, and outcomes
• You’ll partner with engineering, product management, marketing, legal, compliance, security, risk, and operations to define program goals, deliverables, and execution plans
• You’ll develop detailed program plans, schedules, and roadmaps that align technical work with business objectives and priorities
• You’ll own and improve information-flow pipelines that reduce friction, surface the right level of detail to stakeholders, and reduce manual toil through automation
• You’ll identify and mitigate program risks and dependencies, driving timely resolution of issues and roadblocks
• You’ll communicate program status, progress, decisions, and challenges to stakeholders at all levels through clear, concise updates and reporting
• You’ll build strong relationships across teams and mentor junior program managers by sharing knowledge, tools, and effective program-management practices
• We’re excited about what AI makes possible, and we’re looking for people who share that curiosity. You don’t need to be an expert. You need to be open to experimenting, willing to learn, and able to apply new tools in ways that actually move the needle
• In this role, you’ll be encouraged to explore AI tools, find practical use cases for your function, and bring ideas for working smarter. We believe the best outcomes come when human judgment and AI capability work together

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Bonus and incentive programs
• Comprehensive healthcare packages, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Remote work options for many of our positions
• Virtual coffee chats, holiday parties, and events

You’re a strategic, hands-on program leader who can turn complex technical work into clear plans, decisions, and outcomes. You bring structure to ambiguity, build trust across functions, and keep teams aligned through executionExperience or knowledge in financial servicesYou’re comfortable navigating complexity and don’t wait for perfect information to move forward. You communicate clearly, give direct feedback, and expect the same in returnYou have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferredYou’ll have 8+ years of experience in technical program management, with a focus on large-scale, complex programsYou bring a strong technical background and deep understanding of software development processes and methodologiesYou’ve demonstrated a strong track record of delivering technical programs on time and within budgetExperience with Agile and/or Scrum methodologiesYou’ve used AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar) to improve your own productivityExperience mentoring or supporting other program managers and leading cross-functional initiatives