Technical Program Manager

iSpot.tv, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 104,700 - 125,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Stock options

Competitive benefits

Job summary

iSpot.tv, Inc. is seeking a Technical Program Manager to own core business system initiatives within our Seattle-based Operations team. You will apply program management rigor to translate business needs into PRDs and user stories, guiding cross-functional delivery.

This role requires 5–7 years managing technical programs, strong communication, and experience with JIRA to drive engineering work across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Product and Engineering.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience managing technical programs, complex software projects, or enterprise systems implementations.
• Proven ability to translate ambiguous business requests into structured, execution-ready technical documentation (e.g., PRDs).
• Proficient with project management/issue-tracking platforms like JIRA to drive engineering workflows.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to scope initiatives and author technical requirements (PRDs, user stories).
• Execution & Delivery: Lead end-to-end execution of complex projects with milestones, dependencies, risks, blockers.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Facilitate regular syncs and status updates to maintain alignment on system improvements.
• System Optimization: Continuously evaluate core systems to maximize capabilities and productivity.

Skills

Project management

PRD writing

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Immigration / Work Authorization Notice: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. iSpot is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

iSpot competes for the best talent. Our compensation packages consist of salary and equity in one of Seattle’s hottest start-ups, as well as other standard benefits. Most importantly, we provide a really interesting working experience, and the chance to contribute to the success of something great.

What You’ll Be Part Of:

iSpot.tv is changing how brands, agencies, and networks measure and assess the impact of TV advertising. The iSpot service connects TV advertising to actual business outcomes, empowering the world’s top brands to plan, measure, and optimize their TV campaigns and to understand their influence on business growth.

Our Operations team provides mission-critical support to our sales, customer success, and marketing teams. The Technical Program Manager (TPM) will own and drive the execution of core business system initiatives, applying program management rigor—such as comprehensive requirements gathering, roadmap planning, timeline tracking, and stakeholder communication—to bridge the gap between complex business needs and technical systems architecture. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role ideal for an analytical problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and can lead cross-functional initiatives from inception to delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership: Partner closely with cross-functional business stakeholders (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Finance, Product and Engineering) to scope strategic initiatives and author technical requirements, including Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) and detailed user stories.
• Execution & Delivery: Lead the end-to-end execution of complex, technical projects by establishing project milestones, managing dependencies, proactively mitigating risks, and clearing blockers to ensure predictable, timely delivery.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Facilitate regular syncs, communication channels, and status updates across technical and non-technical teams to maintain total alignment on system improvements and the overarching operational roadmap.
• System Optimization: Continuous evaluation of core systems to identify opportunities to maximize application capabilities, scale technical workflows, and improve productivity.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Experience: 5–7 years of experience managing technical programs, complex software projects, or enterprise systems implementations.
• Proven track record of translating ambiguous business requests into structured, execution-ready technical documentation, such as system process maps and PRDs.
• Proficient in utilizing project management and issue-tracking platforms (e.g., JIRA) to drive engineering workflows and sprint cycles.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to listen intently, influence stakeholders, and communicate technical concepts.
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize competing high-impact initiatives, and manage time effectively within a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
• A dedicated team player who excels at building consensus and driving collaboration across distinct internal teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong quantitative and data analysis skills, with experience leveraging system telemetry and application usage data and making data-driven roadmap decisions.
• Experience creating low-fidelity UX wireframes or interface mockups to effectively visualize user workflows and guide frontend adjustments.

Additional Notes:

Target cash compensation range: $104,700 - $125,200 USD Annually

We are committed to providing competitive, market-informed compensation. The cash compensation above includes base salary, variable commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, all full time iSpotters are eligible to participate in iSpot’s equity plan to receive stock options. Non-exempt roles will also be eligible for (pre-approved) overtime pay. Individual compensation packages are influenced by different factors unique to each candidate, including their skills, experience, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

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