Technical program manager - adtech

Tredence Inc. · Vasanthanagar, India

Overview:
Seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional delivery of complex Ad Tech and data-driven initiatives. This role is execution-focused, responsible for program governance, dependency management, and stakeholder coordination across engineering, ad sales, ad operations, data, and analytics teams.
In addition to core TPM responsibilities, the role requires strong business analysis capabilities to support requirement definition, solution design, and delivery of AI-enabled and data-driven use cases (e.g., forecasting, pricing optimization, audience targeting). The TPM will act as a bridge between business and technology teams to ensure solutions are aligned with business needs and deliver measurable value.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead planning and delivery of multi-team Ad Tech and data-driven programs
Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and cross-team dependencies
Own program governance, milestones, and executive status reporting
Coordinate delivery across internal engineering teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors
Partner with stakeholders to gather, refine, and prioritize business and functional requirements
Translate business needs into structured requirements, including data inputs, outputs, and success metrics
Facilitate workshops and alignment sessions between business, product, and technical teams
Support delivery of AI/ML-enabled Ad Tech use cases (e.g., forecasting, optimization, targeting)
Collaborate with data science and engineering teams to ensure solutions are scalable and aligned with business expectations
Ensure proper validation and interpretability of data and model outputs
Drive Jira-based execution and Confluence documentation
Coordinate testing activities, including UAT, ensuring solutions meet business requirements
Support release management and ensure adherence to SDLC and governance processes (including compliance where applicable)
Monitor program and solution performance, identifying risks, issues, and opportunities for continuous improvement
Support end-user adoption through clear documentation, training, and stakeholder engagement

Required Qualifications:
5–10 years of Technical Program Management experience
Proven experience delivering large-scale, multi-platform technology programs
Strong experience with Ad Tech or Ad Operations systems and workflows
Experience working with data-driven platforms or analytics solutions
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and SDLC processes
Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence ( is a plus)
Bachelor's degree in a technical or related field

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with AI/ML-driven products or data science teams
Understanding of AI/ML lifecycle and data workflows
Exposure to forecasting, optimization, or recommendation systems
PMP / PMI certification
Prior experience in Business Analysis or Product roles
Experience working within media, broadcasting, or digital advertising environments
Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and data governance principles