Intercom
Senior Technical Program Manager
Intercom, San Francisco, CA
Intercom was founded in 2011 to change the standard of customer service online. Our AI-first customer service platform is a totally new way to deliver customer service and is designed to transform the way businesses interact with their customers through AI. We all know that customer service on the internet sucks. It’s slow and impersonal. We help businesses provide instant and exceptional service to their customers and maximize their support agents’ productivity, efficiency, and performance—all through our single AI system. More than 25,000 businesses use Intercom to send millions of messages to millions of customers each month.Intercom has been a long-standing product leader and cultural icon in the technology and startup worlds for more than a decade. We set the pace for our industry and live by our values that allow us to push boundaries, build with speed and intensity, and deliver incredible value to our customers.Join us on our mission to redefine customer service and make internet business personal.What's the opportunity? We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) who can deliver results by removing roadblocks and enabling teams to move forward. This role will serve as connective tissue between Growth Engineering and Intercom's broader go-to-market motion. We aren't looking for traditional program managers that come with rigid methodologies, but rather someone who can create nimble, adaptable processes that evolve with our teams' needs. You'll drive high-impact initiatives by focusing on what works—maintaining clear communication, quick execution, and the ability to adapt rapidly to unlock wins for Intercom. We currently operate in a hybrid working model and we are open to our San Francisco, Chicago, or Dublin office. What will I be doing? Partner with engineering, revenue operations and product leaders to define high-impact initiatives and break down silos across the organizationDrive execution of company-wide programs with a success-first mindset, adapting quickly to deliver clear winsCreate lightweight, flexible structures that enable teams to deliver against business objectivesEnsure projects have clear, impactful purposes, goals and milestones Gather and document functional specifications for high-impact programs, collaborating closely with technical teams to implement solutions, facilitate UAT and end to end testingApply first-principles thinking to challenge existing processes and propose better ways of workingBuild scalable, repeatable systems that eliminate inefficiencies and help engineering teams continually improve operationally to support our GTM motionWhat skills do I need? Strong technical acumen with understanding of system architecture, infrastructure, and core technologiesExcellent leadership and communication skills with ability to influence without authorityAbility to partner effectively with Engineering Managers and technical teams while maintaining broader business contextProven track record of leading cross-functional programs and delivering high-stakes outcomesExcellence in breaking down complex problems into actionable solutions while maintaining alignment with company goalsExperience streamlining processes and removing roadblocks to enable quick executionCapability to evaluate technical feasibility, identify risks early, and navigate complex dependenciesBonus skills & attributes Experience working with GTM systems and applications, particularly SalesforceUnderstanding of Quote-To-Cash processes and supporting technologiesHands-on experience with business-critical applications such as Stripe, SnowflakeBenefits We are a well-treated bunch, with awesome benefits! If there’s something important to you that’s not on this list, talk to us! Competitive salary and meaningful equityComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageRegular compensation reviews - great work is rewarded!Flexible paid time off policyPaid Parental Leave Program401k plan & matchIn-office bicycle storageFun events for Intercomrades, friends, and family!The base salary range for candidates within the San Francisco Bay Area is $185,000 - $215,000. Actual base pay will depend on a variety of factors such as education, skills, experience, location, etc. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. All regular employees may also be 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). Policies Intercom has a hybrid working policy. We believe that working in person helps us stay connected, collaborate easier and create a great culture while still providing flexibility to work from home. We expect employees to be in the office at least two days per week.We have a radically open and accepting culture at Intercom. We avoid spending time on divisive subjects to foster a safe and cohesive work environment for everyone. As an organization, our policy is to not advocate on behalf of the company or our employees on any social or political topics out of our internal or external communications. We respect personal opinion and expression on these topics on personal social platforms on personal time, and do not challenge or confront anyone for their views on non-work related topics. Our goal is to focus on doing incredible work to achieve our goals and unite the company through our core values. Intercom values diversity and is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. Intercom will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.Is this role not quite what you're looking for? Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us.