Staff Technical Program Manager
$191k - $225k USD
Join us in building the future of finance.
Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
The Technical Program Management team ensures our core systems remain scalable, observable, and reliable. The team partners closely with Engineering, Product, and operational partners to deliver durable platform improvements that strengthen performance, reliability, and developer efficiency.
As a Staff Technical Program Manager, you will lead complex technical programs focused on system performance, observability, and automation. You will translate platform strategy into executable plans, align senior technical stakeholders, and improve how teams plan, execute, and operate at scale. Your work will directly support the stability and growth of Robinhood’s infrastructure.
This role is based in our Menlo Park, California office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do
● Lead large-scale technical programs from early design through delivery, launch, and operational readiness across brokerage infrastructure systems
● Translate infrastructure and platform strategy into clear roadmaps, milestones, and execution plans in partnership with Product and Engineering leaders
● Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks related to system performance, scalability, reliability, and developer productivity
● Establish and improve lightweight program management mechanisms that increase execution speed while reducing operational overhead
● Provide consistent visibility into program status, priorities, risks, and tradeoffs for engineering, product, and executive stakeholders
What you bring
● 5+ years of experience leading complex technical or engineering programs in large-scale, fast-moving environments
● Strong technical fluency, including the ability to understand system architecture, evaluate design tradeoffs, and partner closely with senior engineers
● Demonstrated ability to bring structure and measurable outcomes to ambiguous problem spaces
● Clear written and verbal communication skills, with experience influencing both technical and non-technical stakeholders
● Experience supporting or working with large-scale distributed systems
What we offer
● Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
● Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
● Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
● Lifestyle wallet – a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
● Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
● Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
● Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Base Pay Range:
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$191,000—$225,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$168,000—$198,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)
$150,000—$176,000 USD
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If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
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