Technical Program Manager - Networking

EPAM Systems; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc. seeks a Technical Program Manager - Networking to lead end-to-end networking initiatives across data center and telecom environments.

You will drive cross-functional programs from inception to completion, combining deep networking know-how with strong program management skills. The role requires managing planning, risk assessment, and collaboration across engineers, product owners, and leadership to ensure on-time delivery of complex projects and successful lab testing of

Qualifications

• 5+ years of program management experience.
• Expertise in datacenter L2/L3 networking or ISP telecom networks.
• Hands-on experience with FTTH/GPON telecom networking including OLT/ONT equipment.
• Proficiency in authoring OLT/ONT test plans and test cases.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical networking projects end-to-end in fast-paced environments.
• Manage program planning, risk assessment, and cross-functional team coordination.
• Configure, troubleshoot, build out, and manage networking products and lab facilities.
• Author test plans and test cases for OLT/ONT testing initiatives.
• Simulate complex network scenarios in a lab setting.
• Coordinate hands‑on work with FTTH / GPON telecom networking equipment, including OLT and ONT systems.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders across all organizational levels, from individual contributors to senior leadership.
• Drive collaboration between technical teams and leadership to ensure project milestones are met.

Skills

Program management

Networking

FTTH/GPON

OLT/ONT testing

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager - Networking to lead complex technical initiatives across data center and telecom networking environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in networking infrastructure combined with strong program management capabilities to drive cross-functional projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex technical networking projects end-to-end in fast-paced environments
• Manage program planning, risk assessment, and cross-functional team coordination
• Configure, troubleshoot, build out, and manage networking products and lab facilities
• Author test plans and test cases for OLT/ONT testing initiatives
• Simulate complex network scenarios in a lab setting
• Coordinate hands‑on work with FTTH / GPON telecom networking equipment, including OLT and ONT systems
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders across all organizational levels, from individual contributors to senior leadership
• Drive collaboration between technical teams and leadership to ensure project milestones are met

Requirements

• 5+ years of program management experience in fast-paced environments
• Expertise in datacenter L2/L3 networking or ISP-environment telecom networking
• Knowledge of FTTH / GPON telecom networking, including hands‑on experience with OLT and ONT equipment
• Proficiency in OLT/ONT testing, including authoring test plans and test cases
• Skills in project planning, risk management, and cross-functional leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a track record of managing complex technical projects

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Broadband Network Gateways (BNG) and Core Routers
• Experience with Element Management Systems (EMS)
• Skills in scripting and automation