Program Manager – R&D

OneTrust

Program Manager driving cross-functional R&D operations at OneTrust, an AI-ready data governance platform. Coordinating executive programs, strategic initiatives, planning, and leadership communications.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • California, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $69,375 - $104,063 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong program management capabilities, including the ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives, track strategic projects, and produce executive-facing content. Proficient in utilizing tools for data tracking and reporting while effectively communicating with senior leadership.

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Program ManagementCross-Functional CoordinationExecutive CommunicationProject Tracking PlatformsOKR Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject TrackingData AnalysisContent DraftingMilestone Tracking

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationJudgmentAdaptabilityAccountabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ExcelGoogle SheetsPowerPointGoogle SlidesAI Tools

Industry Keywords

R&DSoftwareTechnologyOperating CadencesExecutive Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Chief of Staff to the CTPO to drive the operational rhythm of the R&D organization
Track and report on strategic initiatives owned by R&D VPs, including status, risks, and dependencies
Surface blockers and drive accountability across initiative owners
Run cross-functional R&D programs, including operating cadence, milestone tracking, and stakeholder reporting
Build and maintain dashboards, trackers, and operating mechanisms for CTPO and VP staff visibility
Maintain investment, event, and initiative trackers to support prioritization and decision-making
Coordinate VP staff meetings, offsites, and planning cycles, including pre-reads, materials, and decision capture
Support OKR and planning processes by helping VPs prepare inputs, synthesizing outputs, and packaging information for executive review
Coordinate interview panels and hiring logistics for senior R&D roles
Lead ad hoc R&D leadership projects involving research, analysis, event logistics, and communications drafting
Coordinate and produce R&D and company All Hands sessions, including agendas, speaker preparation, content, run-of-show, and follow-up communications
Develop talking points, presentation materials, briefing documents, and pre-event research for CTPO external and internal events

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of experience in program management, chief of staff, business operations, or a comparable cross-functional role, ideally in a software or technology company
Ability to run multiple workstreams in parallel and drive them to closure with minimal oversight
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience drafting executive-facing content, including memos, decks, and talking points
Ability to work directly with senior leaders and across functions
Ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities with sound judgment
Proficiency in Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides, and project tracking platforms
Preferred: Fluency with AI tools and demonstrated use of them to accelerate program management, communications, and analysis work
Preferred: Prior experience supporting an R&D, engineering, or product organization
Preferred: Familiarity with OKR frameworks, operating cadences, and executive planning processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Flexible PTO
Equity RSUs
Annual performance bonus opportunities
Retirement account support
14+ weeks of paid parental leave
Career development opportunities
Company-paid privacy certification exam fees