Technical Program Manager II, Advanced Technology Group

We're looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager to join the Advanced Technology Group, a research-driven engineering organization focused on advancing Pinterest's ML/AI and infrastructure capabilities.

As a Technical Program Manager, you will drive cross-cutting programs that span ML research, applied science, infra, and product integration, partnering closely with engineering, research, product, data science, and other TPMs.

You'll operate across multiple domains and paces , from long-term research explorations to fast-moving, high-impact production launches , and help ensure Advanced Technology Group's work translates into reliable, scalable systems that power the Pinterest experience.

Responsibilities:

• Own and drive end-to-end technical programs across Advanced Technology Group, from problem definition and design through execution, launch, and iteration.
• Coordinate work across ML/AI research, infra, and product engineering teams, aligning on goals, milestones, and success metrics.
• Design and run operating rhythms (e.g., planning, reviews, launch readiness, post-mortems) that give clarity and focus during periods of heavy change or high stakes.
• Partner with engineering and research leads to evaluate technical designs and trade-offs, surface risks early, and drive decisions that balance long-term investments with short-term impact.
• Manage experimentation and evaluation workflows (offline and online), bringing clarity to results and driving decisions on whether to scale, iterate, or stop.
• Build and improve tools, processes, and communication mechanisms that help Advanced Technology Group operate effectively across multiple teams, time horizons, and technical stacks.
• Use data and metrics to track program health, identify bottlenecks, and proactively adjust scope and plans.
• Communicate program status, risks, and decisions clearly to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, tailoring the level of technical detail to the audience.

Requirements:

• BS in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent practical experience (5+ years in a hands-on technical role).
• 3+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, or equivalent experience in technical leadership roles driving complex, multi-team initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience working closely with ML/AI and/or infra engineering teams, with the ability to deeply understand system architectures, data flows, and model/infra trade-offs.
• Ability to use program management tools (e.g., Google Sheets, Jira) and the ability to use AI tooling to create automated tracking and reporting solutions is a must.
• Strong technical breadth and judgment, with the ability to quickly ramp up on new technologies, identify technical risks, and facilitate high-quality technical decisions.
• Experience leading large, cross-functional programs from inception through launch, including setting scope, managing dependencies, and aligning multiple stakeholders.
• Comfort operating in fast-changing, high-ambiguity environments, including research-heavy or platform-oriented teams.
• Proficiency with SQL to analyze data, create dashboards, and inform decisions.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, in writing and verbally.
• Strong relationship-building and influence skills, with a track record of collaborating effectively across Engineering, Research, Product, and Data Science.
• Experience building or evolving processes and operating rhythms for technical teams (e.g., planning, reviews, launch processes) is a plus.