Technical Program Manager II

Akamai Technologies

Technical Program Manager II overseeing complex, cross-functional projects at Akamai. Leading initiatives, aligning teams, and enhancing performance for a better digital experience.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇷 Costa RicaSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Overseeing and coordinating complex, cross-functional programs with multiple projects.
Providing strategic guidance to teams and stakeholders, anticipating challenges through scenario planning.
Developing successful partnerships with IT, product and program stakeholders across the organization.
Evolving operational frameworks and standardizing program management practices.
Generating regular status updates, preparing executive briefs.
Exhibiting a proactive ownership mindset by independently driving projects from start to finish.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have a High School / Bachelor's degree in Technical, Business
Demonstrated experience in effectively managing and completing intricate technical initiatives
Possess extensive technical program management expertise, including marketing knowledge, with a minimum of eight years of experience in the field.
Show expertise using enterprise project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet) to monitor milestones and enhance program workflows.
Demonstrate a deep, practical understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience in identifying and managing project dependencies while maintaining accurate project plans with real-time milestones
Able to translate complex technical jargon and system architecture constraints into clear, actionable business impacts.
Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills needed to work across global constituencies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We support your health, well-being, finances, and life beyond work.
FlexBase adapts to your job's needs
Exceptional workplace experience by supporting employees to do their best work.
Work in ways that suit them best: at home, in an office, or a combination of both.

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

Program ManagementProject ManagementScenario PlanningDependency ManagementTechnical Initiative Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProactive Ownership Mindset

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree