Director, Technical Program Management – API Strategies

Capital One

. Execute high-priority enterprise-level initiatives .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $209,500 - $286,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing technical programs with a focus on distributed computing, cloud architecture, and Agile delivery. Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives, foster cross-functional collaboration, and enhance TPM practices within engineering organizations.

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Technical Program ManagementDistributed ComputingCloud Computing (AWS)Agile DeliveryStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Technical Program ManagementDistributed ComputingService Oriented Architecture (SOA)Cloud ComputingAgile MethodologiesBuilding Scalable ProductsProgram DeliveryPlatform StandardizationRisk ManagementMetrics Definition

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluence SkillsLeadershipContinuous ImprovementCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWSTPM ToolsMaturity ModelsProgram RoadmapsDependency Sequencing

Industry Keywords

Enterprise-Level InitiativesRegulated EnvironmentProduct PlanningExecutive PresentationDelivery Accountability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDistributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute high-priority enterprise-level initiatives
Drive implementation of Capital One's future API strategies
Partner with Product, Engineering, Machine Learning, and Supplier Management teams
Outline business priorities, engage in Product planning, and define milestones tied to annual OKRs and success metrics
Provide strategic direction and present to executive and senior stakeholders
Hold engineering teams accountable for overarching delivery goals
Lead high-impact projects and foster continuous improvement
Establish TPM operating mechanisms, maturity models, and tooling across portfolios
Drive program roadmaps aligned with business objectives, technical solutions, and dependency sequencing
Lead cross-platform technical investment planning and architectural alignment
Serve as an executive-level escalation point for program risks
Define measurable platform outcomes including availability, scalability, cost efficiency, and developer velocity
Ensure delivery accountability across multiple engineering teams
Expand the TPM discipline by teaching the organization effective TPM practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a technical field
At least 7 years of experience managing technical programs
7+ years of experience designing and building solutions using distributed computing or service oriented architecture (SOA)
3+ years of experience building distributed systems and highly available services using cloud computing services/architecture, preferably AWS
3+ years of experience building highly scalable products and platforms
3+ years of experience with Agile delivery
3+ years of experience delivering large and complex programs
Experience building systems and solutions within a highly regulated environment
Experience driving platform standardization across multiple product portfolios or lines of business
Track record of building TPM maturity at scale within engineering organizations
Exceptional communication and influence skills
No employer sponsorship or immigration-related support for employment authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities