Staff Technical Program Manager, Search Relevance

About Pinterest: Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible. At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI. Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here. The Team:  Pinterest helps people find inspiration and take action on it—connecting pinners with ideas and products they love. Within EPD, the Monetization org builds the ads and merchant ecosystem that funds Pinterest’s business while protecting long-term user experience. This Staff TPM role sits in Monetization as the TPM lead for Monetization Data Science, at the center of a highly cross-functional network (Product, Engineering, Design, Sales, PMM, Core, Platforms, Data). What’s exciting is the team’s explicit shift toward a “data-driven monetization engine”: unifying fragmented data into a trusted SSOT, building an end-to-end input metrics funnel, enabling advanced segmentation, and democratizing analytics so teams can move faster and make better decisions with shared context.    What you’ll do: * Lead the Monetization DS execution roadmap: drive the integrated plan across the four strategic pillars (SSOT + funnel, segmentation, input-metrics cadence, democratized analytics) with clear milestones and success measures.  * Productionalize our DS strategy: coordinate Platforms/Data Eng + Monetization Eng + DS to productionalize core tables, governance, reliability, and scale beyond DS-owned pipelines.  * Enable new instrumentation: partner with Engineering to close observability gaps (especially delivery funnel instrumentation) so full-funnel survivability can be analyzed reliably.  * Drive workflow automation: reduce manual human intervention in recurring data workflows and program operations; build durable mechanisms for monitoring, alerting, and dependency tracking.  * Scale self-serve and democratization: deliver partner-facing tooling (dashboards / analytics surfaces) that makes staples the common language and supports fast diagnostics and opportunity mining.  * Operationalize input metrics: establish/upgrade business review cadences so teams set goals and are accountable for moving controllable input metrics (not just reporting revenue outcomes).  * Drive targeted deep dives: structure and execute cross-functional deep-dive programs (e.g., influencer population, auction density/demand) with clear hypotheses, decision asks, and downstream action plans.  * Use GenAI as the default operating model for EP PgM execution—producing AI-assisted first drafts of core program artifacts, modernizing high-toil workflows into AI-first mechanisms (e.g., intake triage, status synthesis, action/decision extraction, risk & dependency tracking), and synthesizing signals to proactively surface risks, decision/trade-offs, and escalation paths. * Prototype solutions to augment decisions through data (e.g. dashboards, data analysis) or simplify processes (e.g. process and workflow helpers, or internal tools) using AI coding assistants (“vibe coding”). * Follow Pinterest AI guidance for risk, governance, and safety-by-design: appropriately handle sensitive data, validate AI-generated outputs, document assumptions/limits, and ensure AI-assisted workflows meet applicable policy/compliance expectations before broad adoption.   What we’re looking for: * Staff-level TPM scope and behaviors: proven ability to independently own multi-team, multi-quarter technical programs, including resolving ambiguity, driving decisions, and delivering outcomes through influence. * Deep cross-functional leadership: strong partnership with Product and Engineering plus ability to align Design, Sales, PMM, Core, Platforms, and Data on sequencing, tradeoffs, and adoption.  * Data platform + metrics judgment: experience building trusted metrics/SSOT and operational cadences that shift org behavior toward leading indicators and fast diagnosis.  * Mechanism builder, not “process administrator”: track record of creating durable operating systems (cadence, dashboards, decision logs, RACI/DRIs) that reduce toil and increase velocity. * Excellent risk and dependency management: anticipates cross-org failure modes, keeps stakeholders aligned with crisp comms, and escalates with clear options and recommendations. * AI-first execution mindset: demonstrated ability to use GenAI to accelerate planning, program operations, and stakeholder communications—starting with AI drafts and applying strong judgment to validate, refine, and drive decisions. * Workflow design, AI fluency, data & insights orientation: experience turning repeatable program work into durable, low-toil mechanisms and improving decision-making by using GenAI (e.g., strong prompting, vibe coding lightweight scripts/tools, dashboards, data analysis and leveraging agents where appropriate) * Safety-by-design AI fluency: experience operating within AI governance expectations (risk assessment, data handling, model/output validation, auditability/traceability) and proactively identifying where AI use is not appropriate or requires additional controls. * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience.   Relocation Statement: * This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.   In-Office Requirement Statement: * We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role. * This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6-months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.   #LI-REMOTE #LI-JD3 At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here. US based applicants only $145,747—$300,067 USD Our Commitment to Inclusion: Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.   By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.

About Pinterest: Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible. At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI. Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here. The Team:  Pinterest Technical Program Managers are proactive owners with technical expertise. They are aligned to the highest level company priorities to support successful delivery of programs within their teams.   The Platform T/PgM Team is responsible for overall program governance in Infrastructure, Infra Finance, Data Engineering and Security, as well as Compliance and managing our cloud budget.   What you’ll do:  As a Staff Technical Program Manager focusing on cross-engineering special projects, you will identify, scope, champion, and land key strategic projects important to advancing Pinterest’s platform and underpinning.    * Translate Strategy into Execution — Convert strategic platform priorities into structured, milestone-driven execution plans; operating at both breadth (big picture vision) and depth (driving granular details with engineering teams) to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. * Shape Planning & Influence Roadmaps — Serve as a thought leader to cross-functional stakeholders during annual and quarterly planning cycles; influencing product and platform roadmap decisions with data-informed perspectives and a deep understanding of organizational priorities and technical tradeoffs. * Build Scalable Processes & Best Practices — Define, institutionalize, and continuously improve program management processes, frameworks, and tooling; elevating organizational execution capability and enabling teams to operate with greater agility, consistency, and efficiency at scale. * Drive Cross-Functional Alignment & Communication — Build transparent, adaptive communication channels across Engineering, Capacity Eng, Production Eng, Product, Security, and Legal; ensuring stakeholders at all levels; from ICs to executives, have timely, accurate visibility into priorities, status, risks, and decisions. * Own Program Outcomes End-to-End — Take full accountability for the success of high-impact programs, ensuring measurable delivery through rigorous planning, proactive risk mitigation, and relentless follow-through; representing program interests at the highest levels of the organization.   What we’re looking for: * Experienced Technical Program Manager — 8+ years of TPM or related experience, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent. With a proven track record of leading and delivering complex migrations, multi-year initiatives spanning multiple engineering teams and organizations. * Cloud Architecture & Systems Domain Knowledge — Working understanding of cloud architecture, infrastructure and data systems or delivery platforms, with the knowledge of compute platforms across the industry, and/or optimization of AWS resources, DevOps, and systems engineering principles; sufficient to engage credibly with technical teams, drive meaningful tradeoffs, and identify cross-system risks. * Strategic Vision & Entrepreneurial Leadership — Strong ability to analyze organizational context, anticipate future scenarios, and shape program roadmaps aligned to company-level strategy and OKRs, with an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives in ambiguity and builds programs from the ground up. * Executive Influence & Thought Leadership — Demonstrated success influencing senior and executive leadership, representing program interests at the highest levels, providing well-reasoned input to critical decisions, and building trusted relationships across disciplines and organizations without relying on formal authority. * Analytical Problem-Solving & Risk Mitigation — Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a track record of using data, innovative approaches, and structured frameworks to navigate complexity, resolve ambiguity, and mitigate program risks proactively. * Operational Excellence at Scale — Demonstrated experience creating and driving efficient, scalable processes and best practices that increase organizational agility, with a focus on institutionalizing repeatable mechanisms that outlast individual programs and enable teams to execute with greater consistency. * Exceptional Communication & Collaboration — Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills;  able to distill nuanced, technical concepts for diverse audiences, build consensus across competing perspectives, and foster an inclusive, collaborative environment that reflects Pinterest's commitment to diversity and belonging. * Workflow Design & AI Fluency — Experience turning repeatable program work into durable, low-toil mechanisms; including strong prompting, vibe coding lightweight scripts and tools, building dashboards, and leveraging agents to improve decision-making and operational throughput.   Relocation Statement: * This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.   In-Office Requirement Statement:  * We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role.  * This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6-months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.  #LI-REMOTE #LI-JD3 At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here. US based applicants only $145,747—$300,067 USD Our Commitment to Inclusion: Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.   By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.