We are seeking an exceptional Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the program to develop and deploy Obeya, a unified platform that's revolutionizing equipment monitoring and control across our global fulfillment network. This strategic initiative demands a proven leader capable of driving complex technical programs and developing a multi-tenant product that spans three distinct VP-level organizations while delivering global business value.The ideal candidate will possess deep technical architecture expertise in distributed systems, adept at processing millions of real-time events daily in industrial settings. You'll orchestrate multiple engineering teams as they develop solutions in edge computing, real-time processing, and industrial automation interfaces. Your experience with high-availability systems, industrial protocols, and complex system integration will be crucial in this role.As the driving force behind Obeya program execution, you'll be shaping the future of automation technology and operational excellence. This position offers unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on our global operations while working with state-of-the-art technologies and world-class teams.Key job responsibilitiesTechnical Program Execution:- Lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex technical solutions while ensuring scope compliance- Develop and maintain integrated program schedules with clear phase gates and deliverable validation- Create accurate effort estimates and resource allocation strategies across organizations- Implement and enforce technical governance frameworks and change management processes- Oversee development of automated visualization tools and zero-code capabilities- Ensure seamless integration with internal technologies and systemsOperational Excellence:- Drive standardization across global implementations while meeting regional requirements- Establish and track key performance indicators aligned with business objectives- Manage program risks, dependencies, and critical path items- Oversee development of features required for both new buildings and retrofit implementations- Create and maintain comprehensive program documentation and communication plansStrategic Leadership & Business Impact:- Own the end-to-end delivery of Obeya platform, driving alignment across three distinct organizations while maintaining scope compliance and committed deliverables- Influence and align SDE, SDM, PMT, and Director-level stakeholders across multiple organizations without direct authority- Drive data-driven decision making through sophisticated analysis and business intelligenceA day in the lifeYour day begins with cross-organizational Agile meetings, aligning priorities across engineering teams. You'll navigate between strategic planning sessions with stakeholders and technical deep-dives with development teams. Key activities include reviewing program metrics, addressing scope changes, and ensuring phase gate compliance. You'll facilitate integration points between teams, resolve technical blockers, and drive decision-making across organizational boundaries. Afternoons often involve stakeholder management, including operations leaders concerned about implementation impacts, engineering teams discussing technical challenges, and finance partners reviewing ROI tracking. The role requires constant balance between strategic oversight and tactical execution while influencing without direct authority.About the teamThe Automation Integration Technologies (AIT) team is a pioneering force within One Material Handling System (OMHS), focused on revolutionizing industrial automation solutions. We combine software development, controls expertise, data acquisition, and advanced science to transform how Amazon's fulfillment centers operate. Our team develops standardized interfaces between Material Handling Systems and industrial automation equipment, creating the crucial connective tissue for modern manufacturing environments. We're driving innovation through AI/ML integration, computer vision, and intelligent optimization while reducing vendor dependencies. Our diverse team of engineers, scientists, and automation experts works collaboratively to deliver faster integration deployment, higher quality implementations, and streamlined maintenance at reduced total cost of ownership.