Program Manager - Tintri

OverviewTintri by DDN is a leading provider of data management solutions tailored for enterprise workloads. As a subsidiary of DataDirect Networks (DDN), Tintri combines DDN's expertise in high-performance storage with Tintri's focus on analytics, automation, and data protection.Tintri's product portfolio includes the VMstore T7000 Series, an on-premise storage platform purpose-built for virtual machines, containers and databases. In addition, Tintri offers cloud-based solutions such as the Tintri Cloud Platform (TCP) and the Tintri Cloud Engine (TCE), providing managed infrastructure and workload flexibility.Recognized for superior performance, Tintri's solutions are built for enterprise applications, offering workload-level observability, autonomous operations, and simplified management. With over a decade of research and development, Tintri continues to innovate, addressing the dynamic data workloads of today and tomorrow.Joining Tintri by DDN means becoming part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge data management solutions that empower organizations to maximize uptime, performance, and efficiency.Job DescriptionTintri is looking for a Program Manager to provide end-to-end program oversight across all product lines. You will be the connective tissue between Engineering, Product Management, QA, Support, and Operations — ensuring that programs move on schedule, risks surface early, and stakeholders have clear, consistent visibility. This role requires equal comfort in a Jira board and an executive briefing.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESOwn the master program schedule across TxOS, TGC, and Cloud Engine product linesDrive cross-functional program reviews, stand-ups, and milestone checkpointsMaintain and publish program status dashboards in Jira and Confluence — no stale spreadsheetsIdentify, track, and mitigate program risks and dependencies across teamsManage the Product Lifecycle (PLC) gate process: coordinate entry/exit criteria sign-off at each phasePartner with Engineering leads to ensure sprint commitments roll up accurately to release timelinesOwn release readiness: GA checklists, RTM criteria, Beta entry/exit — all tracked and enforcedFacilitate retrospectives and drive action items through to closureCoordinate with Manufacturing, Support, and Field teams on release readiness and logisticsDrive adoption and compliance with the new Atlassian SDLC toolchainProduce executive-level program summaries on a weekly cadenceManage escalation paths and ensure critical blockers reach the right decision-maker fastQUALIFICATIONS5+ years of technical program management in enterprise software or hardware companiesProven ability to manage multiple concurrent programs across cross-functional teamsExpert-level Jira and Confluence skills — you build dashboards, not just read themExperience with formal PLC or stage-gate processesStrong understanding of Agile/Scrum and how it maps to longer program timelinesExcellent written and verbal communication — you write status reports people actually readPMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification preferredBackground in storage, networking, or enterprise infrastructure software preferredExperience running release readiness and GA gate processesComfortable operating in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environmentWHAT SETS YOU APART“You've inherited a fragmented program and built clarity out of chaos”“You know the difference between a status report and an action plan”“Dependencies don't scare you — they're just risks with names”DDNJoin our dynamic and driven team, where engineering excellence is at the heart of everything we do. We seek individuals who love to challenge themselves and are fueled by curiosity. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work across various areas of the company, thanks to our flat organizational structure that encourages hands-on involvement and direct contributions to our mission. Leadership is earned by those who take initiative and consistently deliver outstanding results, both in their work ethic and deliverables, making strong prioritization skills essential. Additionally, we value strong communication skills in all our engineers and researchers, as they are crucial for the success of our teams and the company as a whole.Interview Process: After submitting your application, one of our recruiters will review your resume. If your application passes this stage, you will be invited to a 30-minute interview during which a member of our team will ask some basic questions. If you clear the interview, you will enter the main process, which can consist of up to four interviews in total:Coding assessment: Often in a language of your choice.Systems design: Translate high-level requirements into a scalable, fault-tolerant service (depending on role).Real-time problem-solving: Demonstrate practical skills in a live problem-solving session.Meet and greet with the wider team.Our goal is to finish the main process in 2-3 weeks at most.DataDirect Networks (DD