Snap Inc.
Senior Technical Program Manager, Ads & ML Platform
Snap Inc., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Snap Inc (https://www.snap.com/en-US/) is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat (https://www.snapchat.com/), Lens Studio (https://ar.snap.com/lens-studio), and Spectacles (https://www.spectacles.com/). At Snap, the Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a strategic, high-leverage leadership role designed for deep technical operators who thrive at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, data analytics, and program execution. TPMs are single-threaded owners of large-scale, high-stakes programs, combining engineering depth with execution precision. They drive outcomes that power the core of our products and infrastructure, often writing Python notebooks, building dashboards and automation tools, and partnering with engineering leaders to shape roadmaps and operating rhythms. This role is ideal for former engineers or data scientists who have evolved into program leaders without leaving their technical roots behind. Our interview process reflects the technical rigor and strategic impact expected of TPMs at Snap, including a technical screen, a hands-on data analytics assessment, and a virtual onsite with program leadership presentations and interviews to assess communication, collaboration, technical fluency, and the ability to drive strategic outcomes in complex environments. As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) at Snap, you will: Responsibilities
Lead complex, cross-functional programs that span multiple engineering organizations and require deep technical understanding, rigorous execution, and strategic influence. Operate as a single-threaded owner (STO) for the most critical programs, managing ambiguity, dependencies, and alignment across diverse technical teams. Own the full lifecycle of programs—from ideation to execution to operational excellence—delivering outcomes that support Snap’s product, infrastructure, and platform goals. Partner directly with engineering and product leadership to shape roadmaps, influence technical decisions, and drive accountability. Use hands-on data analytics (Python, SQL, dashboards) to guide programs with data, uncover insights, and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders. Contribute to Snap’s technical ecosystem by building automation tools, improving internal systems, and identifying opportunities for platform-wide transformation. Work across both development programs (spanning multiple orgs with complex interdependencies) and platform excellence programs (focused on reliability, efficiency, and performance). Drive the operating rhythm of the business, ensuring engineering systems scale effectively while remaining cost-conscious and performant. Mentor and grow other junior TPMs and engineers to scale the performance of the organization. Minimum Qualifications
BS/BA degree in an analytical field (Computer Science, Engineering, Science, Math, etc.) or equivalent years of experience. 6+ years of experience spanning Engineering / Data Science / Technical Program Management leading cross-functional efforts in a data-driven software or tech environment. 3+ years of experience in Technical Program Management. Prior experience leading the development of a complex and business-critical cloud application platform, including gathering requirements, onboarding customer teams, and maintaining operational excellence. Hands-on SQL/Presto/BigQuery/Redshift experience. Development experience using Python (numpy, pandas) or other scripting languages for data analysis, analytics, and automation tool development. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana, Looker, Tableau, DataStudio) and source control (e.g., GitHub) and ticket management (e.g., JIRA). Excellent communication skills, ability to influence and hold teams accountable. Preferred Qualifications
Background in software engineering, machine learning, or infrastructure systems. Hands-on experience with big data technologies such as Spark, Airflow, Hive, Kafka, or Flink. Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization tools like Kubernetes or Docker. Deep understanding of ML development workflows, model lifecycle management, or experimentation frameworks. Experience building internal tools or developer platforms to improve engineering velocity and system reliability. Experience managing production systems, reliability initiatives, or cost optimization programs. Exposure to high-scale consumer technology or social platforms with strong privacy, performance, or safety requirements. Strong storytelling and presentation skills—especially with senior engineering or executive audiences. Masters or PhD in a highly analytical field. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV7t31iR3yYR9ztGDHJpbvL63svWpb6s0afkBkLEjGnDx4Kg/viewform). "Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable). Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success. Compensation In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): The base salary range for this position is $190,000-$284,000 annually. Zone B: $181,000-$270,000 annually. Zone C: $162,000-$241,000 annually. This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs. A Decade of Snap : Learn about our origin story, values, mission, culture of innovation, and more. CitizenSnap : In our third annual CitizenSnap Report, we demonstrate progress towards our ESG goals, and we lay out plans looking forward. The DEI Innovation Summit : Watch highlights from the DEI Innovation Summit for bold action. Snap News : Stay up to date on the latest product and innovation news at Snap Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (https://storage.googleapis.com/hris-assets/Applicant_and_Candidate_Privacy_Policy.pdf)
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Snap Inc (https://www.snap.com/en-US/) is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company’s three core products are Snapchat (https://www.snapchat.com/), Lens Studio (https://ar.snap.com/lens-studio), and Spectacles (https://www.spectacles.com/). At Snap, the Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a strategic, high-leverage leadership role designed for deep technical operators who thrive at the intersection of software engineering, machine learning, data analytics, and program execution. TPMs are single-threaded owners of large-scale, high-stakes programs, combining engineering depth with execution precision. They drive outcomes that power the core of our products and infrastructure, often writing Python notebooks, building dashboards and automation tools, and partnering with engineering leaders to shape roadmaps and operating rhythms. This role is ideal for former engineers or data scientists who have evolved into program leaders without leaving their technical roots behind. Our interview process reflects the technical rigor and strategic impact expected of TPMs at Snap, including a technical screen, a hands-on data analytics assessment, and a virtual onsite with program leadership presentations and interviews to assess communication, collaboration, technical fluency, and the ability to drive strategic outcomes in complex environments. As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) at Snap, you will: Responsibilities
Lead complex, cross-functional programs that span multiple engineering organizations and require deep technical understanding, rigorous execution, and strategic influence. Operate as a single-threaded owner (STO) for the most critical programs, managing ambiguity, dependencies, and alignment across diverse technical teams. Own the full lifecycle of programs—from ideation to execution to operational excellence—delivering outcomes that support Snap’s product, infrastructure, and platform goals. Partner directly with engineering and product leadership to shape roadmaps, influence technical decisions, and drive accountability. Use hands-on data analytics (Python, SQL, dashboards) to guide programs with data, uncover insights, and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders. Contribute to Snap’s technical ecosystem by building automation tools, improving internal systems, and identifying opportunities for platform-wide transformation. Work across both development programs (spanning multiple orgs with complex interdependencies) and platform excellence programs (focused on reliability, efficiency, and performance). Drive the operating rhythm of the business, ensuring engineering systems scale effectively while remaining cost-conscious and performant. Mentor and grow other junior TPMs and engineers to scale the performance of the organization. Minimum Qualifications
BS/BA degree in an analytical field (Computer Science, Engineering, Science, Math, etc.) or equivalent years of experience. 6+ years of experience spanning Engineering / Data Science / Technical Program Management leading cross-functional efforts in a data-driven software or tech environment. 3+ years of experience in Technical Program Management. Prior experience leading the development of a complex and business-critical cloud application platform, including gathering requirements, onboarding customer teams, and maintaining operational excellence. Hands-on SQL/Presto/BigQuery/Redshift experience. Development experience using Python (numpy, pandas) or other scripting languages for data analysis, analytics, and automation tool development. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana, Looker, Tableau, DataStudio) and source control (e.g., GitHub) and ticket management (e.g., JIRA). Excellent communication skills, ability to influence and hold teams accountable. Preferred Qualifications
Background in software engineering, machine learning, or infrastructure systems. Hands-on experience with big data technologies such as Spark, Airflow, Hive, Kafka, or Flink. Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization tools like Kubernetes or Docker. Deep understanding of ML development workflows, model lifecycle management, or experimentation frameworks. Experience building internal tools or developer platforms to improve engineering velocity and system reliability. Experience managing production systems, reliability initiatives, or cost optimization programs. Exposure to high-scale consumer technology or social platforms with strong privacy, performance, or safety requirements. Strong storytelling and presentation skills—especially with senior engineering or executive audiences. Masters or PhD in a highly analytical field. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and provide us some information (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV7t31iR3yYR9ztGDHJpbvL63svWpb6s0afkBkLEjGnDx4Kg/viewform). "Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable). Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success. Compensation In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. Zone A (CA, WA, NYC): The base salary range for this position is $190,000-$284,000 annually. Zone B: $181,000-$270,000 annually. Zone C: $162,000-$241,000 annually. This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs. A Decade of Snap : Learn about our origin story, values, mission, culture of innovation, and more. CitizenSnap : In our third annual CitizenSnap Report, we demonstrate progress towards our ESG goals, and we lay out plans looking forward. The DEI Innovation Summit : Watch highlights from the DEI Innovation Summit for bold action. Snap News : Stay up to date on the latest product and innovation news at Snap Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (https://storage.googleapis.com/hris-assets/Applicant_and_Candidate_Privacy_Policy.pdf)
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