Job Description

Dropbox is a Virtual First company. For this role, we are currently only authorized to hire candidates from the following provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.



Role Description



Dropbox is seeking an exceptional Technical Program Manager (TPM) to join our team. As part of the Dash Engineering Team, you will lead engineering-wide programs for some of the highest priority initiatives at the company. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute on clear roadmaps, drive alignment with product and company priorities, and own the end-to-end execution of your programs. The ideal candidate will be deeply technical, detail oriented, able to use their influence to drive results for their team with a sense of urgency and ownership.



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Responsibilities

Program Leadership:

Drive the development, alignment and execution of various strategic engineering initiatives, defining clear roadmaps and ensuring successful delivery across cross-functional teams. Be able to manage ambitious timelines, proactively identify and mitigate risks, and lead the successful execution of complex, cross-functional engineering programs.

Stakeholder Management:

Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels to foster alignment and drive collective success.

Technical Excellence:

Apply your deep technical expertise and domain aptitude to drive innovative solutions across various engineering programs.

Exceptional Communication:

Expertly communicate progress across all levels of the organization, and be able to regularly communicate and present to executive leadership on behalf of your team.

Leading Through Influence:

As a strong leader, you will collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners across Engineering, Product Management, Design and Marketing to successfully influence decisions and drive results. You will use your technical acumen and operational excellence to help the team achieve their ambitious OKRs.

Requirements



8+ years of Technical Program Management experience in a related industry

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent years of work experience

Strong technical experience in building distributed systems, platforms and products at scale

Solid technical aptitude with an ability to understand technical architectures and speak to system design, reliability and scalability challenges, and design tradeoffs

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting in large groups and handling high-pressure communication with senior management

Experience managing large, cross-functional programs with technical depth and expert program management skills

Experience with 0?1 initiatives and bringing new products to the market

Must have a thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle

Detail oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment with ambitious priorities

Preferred Qualifications



Experience with building infrastructure platforms, search systems and AI/ML products

Expertise in program management tools and software (e.g., Jira, Airtable, Asana, etc.)



Compensation



Canada Pay Range $144,500--$195,500 CAD



The range listed above is the expected annual salary/OTE for this role, subject to change.



Salary/OTE is just one component of Dropbox's total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive (target included in OTE) as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).



Company Description



Dropbox isn't just a workplace--it's a living lab for more enlightened ways of working. We're a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers who are shaping the future of Dropbox--and with it the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, making space for both meaningful work and meaningful relationships. With our start-up mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, you can be who you are and grow into who you're meant to be. Here, you can own your impact to make work more intuitive, joyful, and human--for you as a Dropboxer and for hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If you're ready to push boundaries--and yourself-- Dropbox is ready for you.



Team Description



The Dropbox Engineering Team builds the technology that creates more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Every day, our platforms--including Dropbox Dash, Dropbox Sign, and our core sync engine--handle over a billion files for users worldwide, creating engineering challenges as great as the opportunity for impact. Our software engineering team uses a range of technologies to solve interesting problems, including Python, React, Node.js, JavaScript, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Android development. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If you're excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team.



Areas of work include Machine Learning Engineers, Infrastructure Engineer, Product SWE Frontend and Backend, Mobile Software Engineers (iOS and Android), Engineering Manager, Data Engineer, Software Development Engineer in Test, Security Engineering, Site Reliability Engineer, Technical Program Managers, Network Engineer, Datacenter Engineer, Technical Supply Chain Manager and more.



Benefits



Dropbox is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all Dropboxers and their families. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to:



Flexible PTO/Paid Time Off, paid holidays, Volunteer Time Off, and more, allowing you time to unplug, unwind, and refresh



Perks Allowance to be used on what matters most to you, whether that's wellness, learning and development, food and groceries, and much more



Mental health and wellness benefits



Monthly Internet Allowance



Intern Social Stipend



Annual Emerging Talent Summit, travel and hotel accommodations provided



Additional benefits details are available upon request.



Where group plans are not available, allowances may be provided

Benefit, amount, and type are dependent on geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy



Dropbox supports responsible use of AI for preparation, but misrepresentation of skills or experience is not permitted. See our AI philosophy .



Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone, and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, enABLE, TODOS (Latinx), Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, and Women at Dropbox.