Engineering Program Manager at Ditto

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

250000.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Program Management, Agile, Scrum, Distributed Systems, Cloud Infrastructure, Developer Tools, Communication, Risk Management, Project Management, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Documentation, Mentoring, Architecture, Design Reviews, Stakeholder Management

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

About Ditto: Ditto is redefining how data moves at the edge. Our mission is to make it seamless for developers to build resilient, real-time applications, regardless of network conditions. Whether you're in a stadium, airplane, or remote military base, Ditto's peer-to-peer sync engine ensures devices stay connected and data stays consistent, even without internet. With more than $145 million in funding and trusted by organizations like Chick-fil-A, Delta Airlines, and the U.S. military, Ditto powers mission-critical experiences across aviation, retail, travel, hospitality, defense, and more. As a globally distributed, fast-growing startup, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the wide range of perspectives needed to solve the world’s hardest connectivity problems. The Engineering Program Manager will report directly to the CTO and serve as the connective tissue across our engineering organization. You'll drive the execution of complex, cross-functional technical initiatives from inception to delivery, ensuring our distributed teams stay aligned, dependencies are managed, and products ship on time. This is a highly technical role that requires both deep understanding of distributed systems and the ability to orchestrate multiple engineering workstreams simultaneously. You'll be responsible for translating strategic technical vision into actionable roadmaps, establishing program management practices that scale with our growth, and partnering closely with engineering leads to balance velocity with quality. You'll help shape how Ditto builds and ships world-class edge computing technology. What You'll Be Up To… Program Leadership & Execution Lead end-to-end planning and execution of major technical initiatives across platform, infrastructure, SDK, and product engineering teams. Own program timelines, milestones, and deliverables for complex multi-quarter initiatives involving 3-6+ engineering teams. Establish and maintain program tracking systems, dashboards, and reporting cadences that provide visibility into progress, risks, and blockers. Drive sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement of Agile/Scrum processes across engineering teams. Technical Coordination & Risk Management Identify and manage technical dependencies across teams, proactively surfacing conflicts and driving resolution. Facilitate architecture and design reviews with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and alignment with long-term technical strategy. Anticipate risks and bottlenecks before they impact delivery; develop and execute mitigation strategies. Partner with engineering leads to make informed trade-off decisions between scope, quality, and timeline. Cross-Functional Partnership Act as the bridge between engineering, product, customer success, and sales to ensure alignment on priorities and deliverables. Translate technical complexity into clear, actionable communication for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Facilitate technical planning sessions, quarterly planning cycles, and roadmap reviews with executive leadership. Partner with engineering recruiting to help scale teams and optimize organizational structure. Process & Culture Building Define and implement scalable program management frameworks, rituals, and best practices as the company grows. Build and maintain program documentation, including technical roadmaps, dependency maps, and decision logs. Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across engineering. Mentor engineers on effective collaboration, communication, and delivery practices. What Helps You Thrive… 7+ years of experience in technical program management, engineering program management, or similar roles in software/infrastructure companies. Strong technical background with hands-on software engineering experience; you can read code, understand system architecture, and engage in technical discussions with senior engineers. Deep expertise with Agile and Scrum methodologies, with proven ability to adapt frameworks to fit team needs. Track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex technical programs involving distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, or developer tools. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams without dropping balls. Outstanding communication skills—you can distill complex technical concepts for any audience and facilitate productive discussions. Experience working directly with engineering teams (no other PMs reporting to you) and ability to influence without authority. Proficiency with program management tools (e.g., Jira, Linear, Asana, Notion, Confluence). Comfort with ambiguity and ability to establish structure in fast-moving, rapidly evolving environments. Great To Haves… Experience at a high-growth startup or scale-up company, particularly in infrastructure, developer tools, or edge computing. Background in distributed systems, peer-to-peer networking, mobile development, or embedded systems. Experience managing programs involving hardware-software integration or IoT deployments. Familiarity with open-source software development workflows and community management. PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar program management certification. Experience in regulated industries (defense, aviation, healthcare) where compliance and security are critical. Base Salary Range $150,000—$250,000 USD Pay Transparency at Ditto Ditto uses a location-based compensation model. This means pay ranges for the same role may vary depending on where you live, based on cost of living and market data.The ranges you see on our job postings represent the full span of target compensation across all markets where we hire. Within that range, actual offers are determined by a candidate’s skills and experience. This ensures we remain competitive with local markets while also maintaining internal consistency and fairness in real spending power across locations. The Benefits of Building with Us We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity. We believe everyone on the team should have a stake in what we’re building. Benefits vary by region to make sure you're covered in the ways that matter most. In the US, that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) and flexible spending accounts. In the UK, we offer private healthcare through Vitality, a pension plan, and region-specific coverage. For our team members elsewhere in the world, we work with our global employer platform to offer equitable benefits and coverage. Regardless of where you live, everyone at Ditto can utilize flexible time off. And while we work remotely, our Atlanta and San Francisco offices are open if you ever want a place to work or meet up with teammates. Apply Anyway At Ditto, we know game-changers don’t always come wrapped in a “perfect” resume. Years of experience? Every single bullet point checked? Meh. That’s not what drives us. What does matter? Grit. Curiosity. Adaptability. And a genuine spark for what we’re building. So if you’re fired up about our mission but not sure you tick every box - hit that apply button anyway. Use your application to show us how you’ll make an impact here. We’re always on the lookout for exceptional humans who want to grow, stretch, and build something meaningful with us. Equal Opportunity Employer Ditto is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Ditto is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know. Ditto Recruiting Privacy Notice

Responsibilities

The Engineering Program Manager will lead the planning and execution of major technical initiatives across various engineering teams. They will ensure alignment, manage dependencies, and drive the delivery of products on time.