Technical Program Manager II

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About the Role

CNN Digital is seeking an experienced  Program Manager, Technical to oversee and drive the development, release, and continuous improvement of  key products within  our  best-in-class   digital portfolio .

As the technical program/delivery lead for  2-3  scrum teams within CNN’s  Platforms  group , you will collaborate with Product, Design, Engineering, and multiple organizational stakeholders to ensure successful on-time  delivery of features and  enhancements to  CNN’s digital  products . Your focus will span from planning  through  execution ,  ensuring each project aligns with CNN’s strategic  objectives , adheres to relevant  industry standards , and  maintains  world-class reliability.

This role in particular will focus on  driving  the roadmap delivery for  our  Editorial Experience .   A successful candidate will:

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Understand system architecture,  and  comfortable driving integrations across CMS   and distribution endpoints  with a focus on scalability and automation.

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Work with  p roduct to  c learly communicate user needs  to our teams ,  while  prioritiz ing  work  against business needs, and help teams navigate tradeoffs  during the successful delivery of the implementation .

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Use  your  technical skills to help simplify delivery with  your  development, product, and design partners.  Ensur e  that  end-to-end  system s have  been  tak en  into  consideration,  and delivery gaps  are minimized .

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Strengthen partnerships with end-users as well as cross-functional dependencies .

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Build  and  interpret dashboards, analytics, and reporting to track progress and inform planning .

Key Responsibilities

1. Program Leadership & Strategy

a. Lead end-to-end  technical  program management for   the  editorial tooling  that  multiple products within  CNN’s  digital platforms  rely on.

b.Develop program  plans that align to product  roadmaps, ensuring  they map to organization  objectives  and user needs.

2.. Cross-Team Coordination

a. Coordinate  with  dependent teams, ensuring  ext ernal partner  teams  have  defined  requirements,  manag ing   dependencies, and deliver ing  high-quality outcomes on schedule.

b. Promote clear, consistent communication across all project stakeholders.

c.Drive  t echnical conversations  with  engineering teams  around  ar chitecture,  sol ution designs, and testing.

3. Planning & Execution

a. Create comprehensive program plans, outlining scope, milestones, success metrics, and resource allocation.

b. Track progress, proactively resolve conflicts, and adjust timelines to keep initiatives on track.

c. Identify   and manage  risks  and dependencies   to ensure  timely   delivery .

4. Organizational Workflow & Team Management

a. Design  and  optimize  workflows that ensure effective collaboration across Scrum teams, from  ideation  to release.

b. Organize regular leadership communications (e.g., executive briefings, steering committees) for  timely , data-driven decision-making and project updates.

c. Ability to support and manage 2 -3   cross - functional  scrum teams .

d. Conduct retrospectives and post-incident reviews, capturing lessons learned and integrating them into the next iteration of processes.

5. Stakeholder Management

a. Serve as the primary point of contact for leadership, partners, and external vendors   and provide  regular updates on risks, progress, and strategic pivots.

b. Build strong relationships across different functional groups, influencing outcomes without direct authority , while driving quick decision-making

Qualifications

Education & Experience

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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Engineering, or  Business with equivalent  technical experience .

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5 + years of experience in technology

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3 +  years in a program management or technical project management role  building and delivering software projects

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Track record  of  delivering  cross -platform projects in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Expertise

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Strong understanding of system architecture,  content management systems,  media supply  chain,  and video encoding.   Ability to  facilitate  technical solutioning  and architectural  meetings .

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Extra points if you can write scripts in  Python  or  JavaScript to query  databases or  build dashboards .

Project Management Skills

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Proficiency  in Agile/Scrum methodologies, with  additional  knowledge of traditional project management frameworks.

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Ability to manage competing priorities,  anticipate  roadblocks, and orchestrate cross-functional resources effectively.

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Experience with industry stan dard project management  software  such as Jira, Confluence,  Asana, etc.

Leadership & Communication

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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

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Ability to adapt  communication style and content to suit diverse audiences and  objectives , ensuring clarity, alignment, and impact.

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Demonstrated success influencing teams and stakeholders at all levels without direct authority.

Analytical & Problem-Solving

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Comfortable leveraging data and analytics to drive decisions, measure results, and iterate on solutions.

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Adept at  identifying , prioritizing, and mitigating risks in complex technical environments.

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Bias  to  action . T ake s  initiative, remove s  blockers, and drive s  progress with urgency and accountability .

Collaboration & Culture

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Passion for media, news, and technology, with a commitment to innovation and excellence.

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A team player who embodies CNN Digital’s values of integrity, collaboration, and user-centricity.

Why Join CNN?

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Work alongside industry-leading professionals dedicated to delivering premium digital experiences.

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Contribute to products and infrastructure trusted by millions of global users.

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Enjoy a dynamic, inclusive environment that fosters personal growth, career advancement, and continuous learning.

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