Technical Program Manager II

Would you enjoy the opportunity to impact key business objectives? Are you eager to work on fast paced projects that impact a global technology leader? Join the Program Management team in the Technology Group

The Program Management Team is on a mission to build and operate the world's most performant, efficient, and reliable global platform. You will join a Team that lead complex technical programs that advance Akamai's Cloud Computing Technology.

You will help drive multiple complex projects. Guide multidisciplinary teams to successful delivery aligned with key business goals. As a technical program manager II, you will lead the cross-functional alignment of the entire program lifecycle. Your contribution will be critical to the success of the team and to Akamai's business.

• Supporting cross-functional teams and providing subject matter expertise in planning and execution of multiple projects and programs
• Fostering effective communication and maintaining meticulous documentation
• Reporting on program status, areas of risk/opportunity, process dependencies and success metrics to senior internal stakeholders
• Engaging regularly with key collaborators, effectively communicating progress, to evaluate and identify business risks, understand priorities and propose solutions
• Adopting best-practice guidelines to influence and implement continuous improvements to the processes
• Maintaining and nurturing relationships with internal engineering teams, focusing on server hardware components

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have technical skills within software scope (GPUs and smartNICs / DPUsAI scope is an asset)
• Demonstrate proficient experience in program or project management in a cross functional and technical team
• Demonstrate proficient experience in software project cycle management and proficient experience in managing agile work processes
• Have good organisational and interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Adapt swiftly to shifting priorities in a dynamic setting, demonstrating analytical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and effective decision-making
• Demonstrate excellent teamwork and be eager to engage in diverse, creative, and innovative projects
• Be eager to collaborate with senior decision makers, engaging in impactful discussions on technical and business strategy within a structured, continuous environment

Our ability to shape digital life today relies on developing exceptional people like you. The kind that can turn impossible into possible. We’re doing everything we can to make Akamai a great place to work. A place where you can learn, grow and have a meaningful impact.

With our company moving so fast, it’s important that you’re able to build new skills, explore new roles, and try out different opportunities. There are so many different ways to build your career at Akamai, and we want to support you as much as possible. We have all kinds of development opportunities available, from programs such as GROW and Mentoring, to internal events like the APEX Expo and tools such as Linkedin Learning, all to help you expand your knowledge and experience here.

Not sure if this job is the right match for you or want to learn more about the job before you apply? Schedule a 15-minute exploratory call with the Recruiter and they would be happy to share more details.