PayPal

Director, Technical Programs

PayPal

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San Jose • California • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $196,500 - $291,500 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Scope: The project & program responsibilities are focused on the delivery of a product or computer-based system from design to release for customers.
  • Develop and implement the strategic vision for engineering operational programs.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of engineering programs.
  • Ensure alignment of engineering programs with business goals.
  • Manage and mentor program managers and engineering teams.
  • Monitor program performance and drive continuous improvement.
  • Communicate program status and strategic initiatives to executive leadership.
  • Manage program budgets and financials.

Requirements

  • 10+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proven ability to manage large, complex engineering programs.
  • Domain Expertise in AI Commerce & Payments
  • Strong understanding of AI/LLM platforms, agentic commerce frameworks, payments infrastructure, and commerce ecosystems
  • Knowledge of emerging trends at intersection of AI and commerce, including agent protocols, smart wallets, and agentic shopping behaviors
  • Proven track record of driving operational rigor through structured processes, clear accountability, and proactive problem-solving
Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Parental and family leave
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Employee shares options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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

Hard Skills & Tools
program managementengineering program executionbudget managementfinancial managementcontinuous improvementstrategic vision developmentoperational rigorstructured processesproblem-solving
Soft Skills
mentoringcommunicationleadershipalignment with business goals