Technical Program Manager

MediaAlpha; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

RSU program

Full health insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Open PTO with birthdays & holidays

Professional development reimbursement

Tech expense reimbursement

Job summary

MediaAlpha, a data-driven customer acquisition solutions provider, seeks a Technical Program Manager for a hybrid role based in Los Angeles, CA. You will lead end-to-end programs spanning Data Science, Engineering, and Business Analytics, aligning metrics and delivering value for customers.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Agile/Kanban, SQL, Python, and strong cross-functional communication skills, with a focus on partnering with executives and technical teams alike.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Program Management or related project experience in an Agile/Kanban-based environment.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills with heavy attention to detail.
• Experience with SQL and Web APIs.
• Experience working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to articulate clearly and communicate thoughtfully.
• Self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity and problem-solving.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of Python and Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Confluence) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end programs, including defining metrics to measure success, monitoring issues, and surfacing opportunities in systems handling hundreds of thousands of high-value transactions per day.
• Own shared deliverable orchestration across Data Science, Engineering, DevOps, and Product.
• Manage Data Science roadmaps, backlogs and Kanban workflows, and coordinate wider efforts across cross-functional teams.
• Act as the point person for all business requests to Data Science & Business Analytics teams.

Skills

SQL

Web APIs

Python

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

MediaAlpha is a customer acquisition solutions provider powered by technology and data science. The company provides industry-leading solutions designed to reach consumers shopping within high-consideration categories such as property and casualty insurance, health insurance, life insurance, and more.

Hybrid role: 3 days/week in office

As a Technical Program Manager at MediaAlpha you'll sit at the nexus of Data Science, Engineering, Business, and our external customers. You'll lead a functional area and work across teams to determine ongoing program needs, manage related projects, and define and measure the success of your area.

The ideal candidate is someone that is detail-oriented, intensely curious, and will foster, drive, and socialize a shared vision around their ownership area. You're comfortable reviewing models with data scientists, code with engineers and talking business strategy with executive leadership. At MediaAlpha, we're an intentionally small organization where individuals can have an outsized impact and opportunity, and we're looking for people that relentlessly look for ways to improve what we're doing, how we do it, and drive more value for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end programs, including defining metrics to measure success, monitoring issues, and surfacing opportunities in systems that handle hundreds of thousands of high-value transactions per day.
• Own shared deliverable orchestration across Data Science, Engineering, DevOps, and Product.
• Manage Data Science roadmaps, backlogs and Kanban workflows, and coordinate wider efforts across cross-functional teams.
• Act as the point person for all business requests to Data Science & Business Analytics teams.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Program Management or related project experience, in an Agile/Kanban-based environment
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills, with heavy attention to detail
• Experience with SQL and Web APIs
• Experience working with technical (ML, Data Science, etc.) and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to articulate and communicate clearly, concisely, and thoughtfully.
• A self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity and ability to problem-solve
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Knowledge of Python and Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Confluence) a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

We are excited to offer a competitive base pay range of $140,000 to $160,000 per year for this position, based on experience and qualifications. But that's not all - as a valued member of our team, you will also have access to an array of top-notch benefits, including:

• Annual bonus program and participation in our Restricted Stock Unit program
• 100% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you, your dependents, and spouse or registered domestic partner
• 100% Employer paid long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions to help you plan for your future
• Open Paid Time Off policy with a birthday day off and 13 holidays
• Professional development reimbursement
• Cell Phone, Wellness, and Internet expense reimbursement, along with a subscription to the Calm App
• 100% fully paid parental leave for team members up to 22 weeks for the primary caregiver and 12 weeks for the secondary caregiver
• Dog-friendly offices (LA and AZ) along with a $300 pet adoption reimbursement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

MediaAlpha is committed to fostering, cultivating, and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our philosophy and actions are built on the premise that as an employer and citizens of our communities, we can create opportunities for lasting change.

Fair Chance

MediaAlpha will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone].