Hobbsnews is hiring: Director, Technical Program Management in New York

Director, Technical Program Management Are you interested in leading programs that deliver on critical business goals and build large scale products & platforms? About Capital One At Capital One, we’re changing banking for good. We were founded on the belief that no one should be locked out of the financial system. We’re dedicated to helping foster a world where everyone has an equal opportunity to prosper. We’re a bank, but we don’t think like one. We’re always thinking about what’s next, about how we can innovate and inspire, and about how we can develop the tools our customers need to improve their financial lives—by leveraging best in class technology. That’s where you come in. About the Team We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Technical Program Management to drive the end-to-end execution of complex, high-impact data engineering programs within the Enterprise Data organization. This role requires deep expertise in data platforms like Databricks and Snowflake, where you will be instrumental in integrating and optimizing these technologies. Key Responsibilities Define the overarching strategy and roadmap for a portfolio of data engineering programs, ensuring end-to-end execution and successful delivery across platforms like Databricks and Snowflake. Lead, mentor, and scale the Technical Program Management function within the Enterprise Data team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and technical rigor. Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams (Engineering, Data Science, Product) to align on strategic objectives, define program scope, and secure resources for high-priority initiatives. Proactively identify, mitigate, and communicate technical risks, dependencies, and challenges that could impact major enterprise data programs, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes. Establish and drive standardized program management methodologies and best practices across the Enterprise Data organization to optimize workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance overall team productivity. Our TPM Directors have Strong technical backgrounds (ideally building highly scalable platforms, products, or services) with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate technical risks throughout delivery life-cycle. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills. Excellent problem solving and influencing skills. A quantitative approach to problem solving and a collaborative implementer to holistic solutions; a systems thinker. Experience as a TPM leader to grow and develop a team of TPMs, while also building the foundations for the TPM practice. Ability to simplify the technically complex and drive well‑educated decisions across product, engineering, design, and data science representatives. Deep focus on execution, follow-through, accountability, and results. Exceptional cross‑team collaboration; able to work across different functions, organizations, and reporting boundaries to get the job done. Highly tuned emotional intelligence, good listener, and deep seated empathy for teams and partners. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. At least 7 years of experience in technical program management. Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience designing and building data‑intensive solutions using distributed computing. 3+ years of experience in building distributed systems and highly available services using cloud computing services—architecture—preferably using AWS. 3+ years experience building highly scalable mobile products and platforms. 3+ years of experience with Agile delivery. 3+ years experience delivering large and complex programs—where you own the business or technical vision, collaborate with large cross‑functional teams, secure commitments on deliverables and unblock teams to land business impact. Experience in building systems and solutions within a highly regulated environment. Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering). MBA or Master’s Degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering) or equivalent experience. Immigration Statement At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (e.g., H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer). Locations & Salary Ranges McLean, VA: $226,000 - $257,900 New York, NY: $246,500 - $281,300 Richmond, VA: $205,400 - $234,400 San Francisco, CA: $246,500 - $281,300 San Jose, CA: $246,500 - $281,300 EEO & Diversity Statement Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The Director of Technical Program Management will lead the end-to-end execution of complex, high-impact data engineering programs within the Enterprise Data organization . The role requires deep expertise in data platforms like Databricks and Snowflake, where you will be instrumental in integrating and optimizing these technologies . En Español: ¿Estás interesado en programas líderes que logren objetivos empresariales críticos y construyan productos y plataformas a gran escala? Sobre Capital One En Capital One, estamos cambiando la banca para siempre. Fuimos fundados con la creencia de que nadie debería estar excluido del sistema financiero. Estamos dedicados a ayudar a fomentar un mundo donde todos tengan igualdad de oportunidades para prosperar. Somos un banco, pero no pensamos como uno. Siempre estamos pensando en lo que viene después, sobre cómo podemos innovar e inspirar, y acerca de cómo podemos desarrollar las herramientas que nuestros clientes necesitan para mejorar su vida financiera aprovechando mejor la tecnología de clase. Esta función requiere una profunda experiencia en plataformas de datos como Databricks y Snowflake, donde usted será fundamental para integrar y optimizar estas tecnologías. Responsabilidades clave Definir la estrategia general y el mapa de ruta para un portafolio de programas de ingeniería de datos, asegurando la ejecución integral y la entrega exitosa a través de plataformas como Data bricks y snowflake. Dirigir, mentor y escalar la función de gestión del programa técnico dentro del equipo de datos empresariales, fomentando una cultura de rendición de cuentas, mejora continua y rigor técnico. Socio con liderazgo ejecutivo y equipos interfuncionales (ingenierosía, ciencia de los datos, ciencias de productos) para alinearse con objetivos estratégicos, alcance del programa y definir recursos para iniciativas de alta prioridad. Capital One promueve un lugar de trabajo libre de drogas. Capital One considerará para el empleo a los solicitantes cualificados con antecedentes penales de manera consistente con los requisitos de las leyes aplicables en materia de investigaciones sobre antecedencias criminales. #J-18808-Ljbffr