Staff Technical Program Manager (Sports Tech)

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Warner Bros. has been entertaining audiences for more than 90 years through the world's most-loved characters and franchises. Warner Bros. employs people all over the world in a wide variety of disciplines. We're always on the lookout for energetic, creative people to join our team.

Who We Are..

Warner Bros. Discovery is a global leader in media and entertainment, delivering the world's most complete portfolio of content, brands, and franchises across television, film, streaming, and gaming. Our Sports division reaches over 130 million people monthly across 200+ markets and 20+ languages, with iconic brands like Eurosport, TNT Sports, and Bleacher Report. We bring fans closer to the action with exclusive coverage of the Olympics, Grand Slam tennis, Tour de France, and Premier League, across platforms including Max, Discovery+, and linear TV.

Learn more at www.wbd.com

Your New Role...

We're looking for a Staff Technical Program Manager to lead high-impact, cross-functional programs that power the delivery of world-class sports experiences to millions of fans globally. Based in Amsterdam, you'll be at the heart of our most strategic initiatives, driving complex technical programs across product, engineering, operations, and editorial teams. This is a leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has a passion for sports and technology, and can orchestrate large-scale program execution with precision and influence.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Program Leadership: Drive end-to-end delivery of major sporting events and product roadmaps across multiple teams and systems. Lead strategic initiatives with high complexity and visibility.

• Execution Excellence: Align programs with organizational goals, manage interdependencies, and deliver highimpact results. Use data to assess performance and continuously improve delivery processes.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal and external stakeholders to align priorities, manage expectations, and ensure successful outcomes across editorial, product, tech, and business units.

• Technical Oversight: Own critical cross-team deliverables, especially during peak event periods. Identify and resolve technical risks, bottlenecks, and dependencies proactively.

• Process Optimization: Introduce scalable processes and eliminate inefficiencies. Lead post-event retrospectives and apply insights to improve future executions.

• Communication & Influence: Communicate clearly across all levels-from engineers to executives. Translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences and influence product direction and technical decisions.

• Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor Senior TPMs and junior team members. Provide input on team development and foster a culture of inclusion, growth, and excellence.

• Optional People Management: If applicable, manage a small team of TPMs, guiding their professional development and performance.

Qualifications & Experience...

• Experience: 9-12 years of program management experience in technology-focused roles, ideally in live sports streaming or digital media.

• Technical Acumen: Strong technical background, preferably with experience in software engineering or architecture. Familiarity with Agile, CI/CD, and tools like JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Suite.

• Problem Solving: Proven ability to manage complex programs, resolve technical challenges, and make strategic trade-offs under pressure.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience writing technical design docs, executive reports, and retrospectives.

• Passion for Sports: A genuine interest in sports and delivering exceptional fan experiences through technology.

Why Join Us in Amsterdam?

• Be part of a global team delivering iconic sports experiences from one of Europe's most vibrant tech hubs.

• Work on cutting-edge technology powering live events and streaming platforms. • Collaborate with passionate professionals in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements, a strong local culture, and career growth opportunities

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.