Staff Program Manager Product and Engineering (Samsung Ads) at Samsung

Position SummaryWe are seeking a Staff Program Manager to report directly to the Head of Product this role you will collaborate closely with Engineering Leadership and various cross-functional Product Operations teams. Your primary focus will be to support the global engineering organizations success by driving strategic initiatives enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring that engineering priorities align with the broader organizational goals.The ideal candidate possesses strong technical acumen a bias for action and a passion for operational excellence automation and data-driven decision-making. This individual thrives in complex fast-paced environments and plays a pivotal role in helping the engineering organization operate with focus scale and clarity.Role and ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities1. Strategic EnablementServe as a trusted advisor to engineering and product operations leadership providing data-driven insights and recommendationsConnect long-term strategy to execution by translating product and technology direction into actionable plansCoordinate strategic reviews postmortems and budget discussions that shape priorities and drive accountability2. Operational Efficiency and ScalabilityStandardize and automate processes to enable consistent execution across development centersPartner with finance and site operations to manage budgets - including travel infrastructure and headcount - and product variance reports that provide visibility into spending and forecastsOversee talent management and hiring processes in close partnership with HR and Talent Acquisition teamsIdentify and implement tooling automation and workflow improvements that enable teams to scale effectively and improve productivity3. Operational orchestrationLead the rhythm of engineering operations - driving leadership forums off-sites workshops and quarterly business reviewsManage planning and review cycles for OKRs MBO and KPIs and ensure alignment with divisional goalsImplement efficient operational processes that enhance team velocity and reduce friction in global sites4. Voice of Engineering OrganizationLead the Voice of Engineering programs - Pulse surveys All Hands Q&A and engagement forums - to gather and synthesize feedbackSurface insights and develop action plans that strengthen team engagement and organizational healthFacilitate roundtables and skip-level discussions to amplify the employee voice and deepen leadership connection5. Data Insights and Business IntelligenceMaintain and interpret key operational datasets - talent rosters OKR dashboards program trackers and budget summariesDeliver concise weekly updates and executive-level summaries highlighting progress risks and trendsUse insights to anticipate challenges and inform resource cost and productivity decisionsSkills and QualificationsQualifications8 to 12 years of experience in program management or operational leadership within engineering or product organizationsStrong technical aptitude and familiarity with software development data testing and product managementHands-on experience with automation tools and frameworks to drive operational efficiency.Expertise in AI/GenAI technologies and their application in product and engineering environments.Demonstrated operational excellence mindset - High attention to detail strong follow-through and accountabilityHigh agency and perseverance - able to anticipate needs navigate ambiguity and drive results independentlyExcellent written and verbal communication skills across global and executive audiencesProven ability to influence cross-functionally manage interdependencies and resolve conflicts constructivelyAdaptable resilient and effective at managing multiple complex programs in a fast-paced environmentCompensation for this role for a candidate based in Mountain View CA is expected to be between $170000 and $210000 but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Actual pay will be determined considering factors such relevant skills and experience and comparison to other employees in the role.Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Employee Purchase Program Tuition Assistance (after 6 months) Paid Time Off Student Loan Program (after 6 months) Wellness Incentives and many more.#LI-DNI* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page. If you are European Economic Resident please click here.At Samsung we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together we are building a better tomorrow for our customers partners and communities.* Samsung Electronics America Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race color religion gender age national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity status as a protected veteran genetic information status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application ProcessSamsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Team ) or for assistance. This number is for accommodation requests only and is not intended for general employment inquiries.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 170000 - 210000