Technical Program Manager, Network Engineering

at Nvidia

📍 Santa Clara, United States

USD 200,000-379,500 per year

SENIOR

✅ On-site

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Details

NVIDIA is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) for its Enterprise Network Engineering and Infrastructure teams. The TPM will provide architectural alignment and technical mentorship while managing projects to develop and operate end-to-end solutions across company locations and data center facilities. The role supports backbone infrastructure across a wide range of environments and requires an engineering approach focused on project alignment, process alignment, and continuous gap analysis.

Responsibilities

Guide architects across different regions, remove roadblocks, prioritize deliverables, and deliver projects and builds on time for office and data center portfolios.
Review engineering designs, identify recommendations and risks, and ensure functionality aligns with business requirements.
Work cross-functionally with Enterprise Network Deployment and associated teams to prioritize initiatives and release designs for office and data center fleets.
Provide input on architectures and guideline processes for network refresh initiatives and new builds.
Drive data-driven engineering strategies focused on cross-functional alignment, cost optimization, and prioritization.
Provide input on design changes and ensure alignment with current and future IT infrastructure requirements.
Identify problems, drive cross-functional solutions, and maintain relationships with technical teams, partners, and vendors.
Apply process controls to continuously improve engineering delivery and infrastructure design and deployment operations.
Develop and support frameworks for defining and aligning infrastructure solutions across the engineering organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in network engineering or computer science.
At least 12 years of relevant experience as a network engineer or a Technical Program Manager supporting network engineering at scale.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and changing requirements.
Hands-on experience deploying network solutions, with a focus on office and data center buildouts at scale.
Ability to create scalable enterprise network design footprints for offices and data centers.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
Ability to work with resources across multiple time zones.
Excellent communication and technical presentation skills.
Working knowledge of industry-standard configuration management tools.
Knowledge of operating systems, embedded principles, and standards.

Preferred Qualifications

PMP certification is a strong plus.
At least 8 years of experience in network engineering focused on office and/or data center deployments.

Compensation and Benefits

Level 5 base salary range: USD 200,000–322,000 per year.
Level 6 base salary range: USD 240,000–379,500 per year.
Eligible for equity and benefits.
NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.