Technical Program Manager - VenturaOS

Who we are

We're a small, high-impact team building the next-generation TV operating system. Our flexible structure gives engineers direct influence over product direction-an opportunity rarely found in larger companies.

Our innovative approach to the CTV industry optimizes the advertising supply chain, creating better outcomes for advertisers, publishers, and TV viewers alike. As part of our Ventura OS project, we're developing a next-generation smart TV operating system designed to deliver seamless, high-quality viewing experiences to users across the globe. We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the development and execution of key software programs for VenturaOS.

We believe culture matters. We foster an environment where engineers thrive through collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Our teams build cutting-edge streaming technology that enables advertisers to leverage data for more relevant and effective ad experiences-while improving efficiency across the entire supply chain ecosystem.

What you'll do:

This role is ideal for someone passionate about streaming, TVOS, or e-commerce data ecosystems As a TPM, you will play a central role in coordinating cross-functional initiatives, driving alignment between engineering, product, design, and external partners, and ensuring successful delivery of customer-facing features. This role requires both strong technical depth and program leadership, balancing business needs, user value, and technical feasibility.

If you're looking to shape the future of personalized content delivery and consumer experiences, please read on - we'd love to hear from you!

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Drive execution across engineering, product management, design, data science, and go-to-market teams to deliver high-quality VenturaOS features.
• Build alignment among stakeholders, ensuring shared understanding of scope, timelines, and trade-offs.

Program Management

• Lead initiatives from concept through launch, defining delivery plans, managing dependencies, and ensuring timely, high-quality releases.
• Partner with external TV manufacturer partners to manage joint delivery and implementation.

Technical Strategy & Execution

• Define project scope, establish priorities, and set success metrics for major initiatives.
• Balance technical feasibility, performance, and user experience in decision-making.

Risk & Issue Management

• Proactively identify and mitigate technical and program risks to ensure smooth delivery.
• Drive resolution of cross-team dependencies and blockers.

Communication & Reporting

• Provide clear and consistent updates on program status, risks, and trade-offs to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure transparency and accountability across initiatives.

Roadmap Contribution

• Collaborate with product leadership to influence the VenturaOS roadmap by connecting user needs, technical insights, and program realities.

Who you are:

One of the best things about being part at The Trade Desk is the variety of technical opportunities available. We don't expect you to know every technology we use from day one-what matters most is your ability to learn quickly and solve complex problems using the best tools for the job. What you know is less important than how well you adapt, innovate, and think critically.

We're not looking for someone who has all the answers-we need people who can find answers no one has thought of yet and solve problems that haven't even been defined.

Our culture goes beyond just having fun together (though we do that well, too). We take pride in being trust-builders, generous givers, scrappy problem solvers, and relentless pursuers of excellence.

You don't have to meet every requirement below, but if you check most of these boxes, you're likely to thrive in this role.

What You Bring:

• Strong technical background, with experience working closely with engineering teams (e.g., software engineering, systems architecture, or related fields).
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional programs from concept to launch.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance technical trade-offs, user needs, and business objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills and a solution-driven mindset.
• Experience working with or within consumer electronics, smart TV platforms, or OS-level initiatives is a plus.

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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