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Senior Technical Program Manager (IDE Department)

JetBrains
Location
Amsterdam, Netherlands; Belgrade, Serbia; Berlin, Germany; Limassol, Cyprus; Madrid, Spain; Munich, Germany; Paphos, Cyprus; Prague, Czech Republic; Warsaw, Poland; Yerevan, Armenia
Posted
2 months ago
Department
IDEs
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Proven track record of leading complex software programs or cross-team initiatives from start to finish
  • Ability to influence without direct authority and work effectively across product, engineering, quality, and other functions
  • Strong negotiation, facilitation, and escalation judgment
  • Ability to manage multiple parallel initiatives and prioritize effectively
  • Experience coaching other program or project managers
  • Technical depth to sanity-check feasibility claims and delivery risks
Nice to have
  • Formal PM training or certification
  • Experience with IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, JetBrains tools, or other developer-focused products
What the job really is

As a Senior Technical Program Manager at JetBrains, you will lead complex cross-team technical programs, ensuring they are planned, coordinated, and executed to high standards. Your role will involve identifying risks and blockers, coaching other program managers, and collaborating with various teams to define goals and milestones. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate program status and managing multiple initiatives effectively within a specific domain.

Benefits
  • Strong base salary
  • Flexible work location
  • Remote work for up to 30 days per year from abroad
  • Extra time off
  • Medical insurance allowance
  • Learning and development opportunities
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary figures provided
  • Role involves significant cross-team coordination which may lead to complex challenges
  • Experience with JetBrains tools is preferred but not mandatory
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