Senior Technical Program Manager – Database Engineering

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Program Leadership & Execution

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional programs across database engineering teams
• Drive end-to-end execution from roadmap definition through delivery and release
• Break down complex initiatives into clear milestones, dependencies, and success criteria
• Align engineering, product, and business stakeholders to deliver against strategic goals

Release Management & Quality

• Oversee database release management across multiple distributions and environments
• Ensure releases meet strict standards for stability, backward compatibility, performance, and security
• Continuously improve release processes, tooling, and operational rigor

Roadmap, Planning & Delivery

• Define and manage program roadmaps, timelines, and execution plans
• Provide executive-level updates and cross-line-of-business communication
• Ensure delivery within schedule, scope, and quality expectations

Risk & Issue Management

• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks
• Manage scope changes and drive timely resolution of critical issues
• Escalate effectively while maintaining forward momentum

Process, Tools & Operational Excellence

• Build and evolve development processes, tooling, and program management frameworks
• Identify systemic inefficiencies and implement scalable improvements
• Maintain clear documentation and program transparency across stakeholders

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Communicate program status, risks, and decisions clearly to executives and stakeholders
• Influence across organizations without direct authority
• Act as a central point of coordination across globally distributed teams

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

• 10–12+ years of industry experience

• 4+ years of hands-on software development experience

• 4+ years of Technical Program Management experience

• Proven experience delivering large-scale, enterprise technical programs across multiple release cycles

• Strong understanding of databases and distributed systems

• Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C)

• Experience working across global, cross-functional teams

Core TPM Capabilities

• Exceptional ability to translate broad strategy into executable plans
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and drive alignment
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, complex environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale database platforms or cloud infrastructure
• Track record of improving development velocity, quality, and operational efficiency

Impact

In this role, you will directly influence the delivery and evolution of Oracle’s database platform—ensuring it continues to meet the demands of enterprise-scale customers with industry-leading standards for performance, reliability, and security.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Program Leadership & Execution

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional programs across database engineering teams
• Drive end-to-end execution from roadmap definition through delivery and release
• Break down complex initiatives into clear milestones, dependencies, and success criteria
• Align engineering, product, and business stakeholders to deliver against strategic goals

Release Management & Quality

• Oversee database release management across multiple distributions and environments
• Ensure releases meet strict standards for stability, backward compatibility, performance, and security
• Continuously improve release processes, tooling, and operational rigor

Roadmap, Planning & Delivery

• Define and manage program roadmaps, timelines, and execution plans
• Provide executive-level updates and cross-line-of-business communication
• Ensure delivery within schedule, scope, and quality expectations

Risk & Issue Management

• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks
• Manage scope changes and drive timely resolution of critical issues
• Escalate effectively while maintaining forward momentum

Process, Tools & Operational Excellence

• Build and evolve development processes, tooling, and program management frameworks
• Identify systemic inefficiencies and implement scalable improvements
• Maintain clear documentation and program transparency across stakeholders

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Communicate program status, risks, and decisions clearly to executives and stakeholders
• Influence across organizations without direct authority
• Act as a central point of coordination across globally distributed teams

Qualifications

Career Level - IC4

About Us

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