Technical Program Manager I

Ffive; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 is seeking an entry-level Technical Program Manager I (TPM I) for Seattle, designed for early-career talent. You will support planning, coordination, and execution of technical initiatives across Product, Engineering, Architecture, Security, and business units.

Under mentorship, you will develop foundational TPM skills, learn system architectures, manage dependencies, and communicate with diverse stakeholders to deliver results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• 0-2 years of professional experience.
• Internship, co-op, research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and delivery of technical programs under guidance of senior TPMs.
• Coordinate with Product, Engineering, Architecture, Security, and business stakeholders.
• Create and maintain project plans, schedules, and risk registers.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and cross-functional planning activities.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and escalate blockers.
• Assist with resource planning and milestone tracking.

Skills

AI tools

Communication skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collab

Organizational skills

Influence without authority

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Confluence

Smartsheet

Job description

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation.

Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.

This position is exclusively intended for candidates who successfully completed the F5 Summer 2026 Internship Program and have received an invitation to apply for a return role .

Position Summary

The Technical Program Manager I (TPM I) is the entry point into the Technical Program Management profession at F5. This role is designed for early-career talent who demonstrate strong analytical thinking, collaboration skills, technical curiosity, and a passion for driving outcomes through influence rather than authority. The TPM I partners closely with Product Management, Engineering, Architecture, Security, and business stakeholders to support the planning, coordination, and execution of technical initiatives.

Working under the guidance of experienced Technical Program Managers, the TPM I develops foundational program management skills while learning how to navigate technical systems, manage risks and dependencies, facilitate cross-functional alignment, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Successful TPM I employees progressively build the capabilities required to independently lead complex cross-functional programs and advance within the TPM profession.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of technical programs and workstreams under the guidance of senior TPMs.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Architecture, Security, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, document scope, and coordinate delivery activities.
• Create and maintain project plans, schedules, status reports, action items, risk registers, dependency trackers, and other program documentation.
• Facilitate project meetings, Agile ceremonies, and cross-functional planning activities to ensure effective communication and alignment.
• Monitor program progress, identify risks and blockers, and elevate issues appropriately.
• Assist with resource planning, capacity forecasting, milestone tracking, and delivery reporting.
• Analyze program metrics and project data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas requiring attention.
• Support stakeholder communications through presentations, dashboards, executive summaries, and status updates.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by identifying ways to improve delivery processes, transparency, and team effectiveness.
• Develop technical acumen by working closely with engineers and architects to understand system architecture, dependencies, integrations, and software delivery practices.
• Learn and apply TPM best practices, methodologies, tools, and frameworks across a variety of business and technology initiatives.
• Responsibly leverage AI and productivity tools to improve planning, documentation, reporting, analysis, and program execution.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and automate tasks
• Srong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to influence and build relationships without formal authority.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn technical concepts, systems, and business processes.
• Basic understanding of project or program management principles, including scope, schedule, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively in Agile, hybrid, or traditional delivery environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to follow-through.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
• Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar collaboration tools.
• Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) concepts.
• Exposure to cloud technologies, SaaS products, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, data platforms, or infrastructure technologies.
• Experience leading team projects, student organizations, hackathons, or other collaborative initiatives.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Technical Program Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Engineering, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• 0-2 years of professional experience.
• Prior internship, co-op, research,