Technical Program Manager I

The Technical Program Manager I (TPM I) is the entry point into the Technical Program Management profession at F5. This role is designed for early-career talent who demonstrate strong analytical thinking, collaboration skills, technical curiosity, and a passion for driving outcomes through influence rather than authority. The TPM I partners closely with Product Management, Engineering, Architecture, Security, and business stakeholders to support the planning, coordination, and execution of technical initiatives.

Working under the guidance of experienced Technical Program Managers, the TPM I develops foundational program management skills while learning how to navigate technical systems, manage risks and dependencies, facilitate cross-functional alignment, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Successful TPM I employees progressively build the capabilities required to independently lead complex cross-functional programs and advance within the TPM profession.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of technical programs and workstreams under the guidance of senior TPMs.

• Partner with Product, Engineering, Architecture, Security, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, document scope, and coordinate delivery activities.

• Create and maintain project plans, schedules, status reports, action items, risk registers, dependency trackers, and other program documentation.

• Facilitate project meetings, Agile ceremonies, and cross-functional planning activities to ensure effective communication and alignment.

• Monitor program progress, identify risks and blockers, and escalate issues appropriately.

• Assist with resource planning, capacity forecasting, milestone tracking, and delivery reporting.

• Analyze program metrics and project data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas requiring attention.

• Support stakeholder communications through presentations, dashboards, executive summaries, and status updates.

• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by identifying ways to improve delivery processes, transparency, and team effectiveness.

• Develop technical acumen by working closely with engineers and architects to understand system architecture, dependencies, integrations, and software delivery practices.

• Learn and apply TPM best practices, methodologies, tools, and frameworks across a variety of business and technology initiatives.

• Responsibly leverage AI and productivity tools to improve planning, documentation, reporting, analysis, and program execution.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and automate tasks

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and disciplines.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Ability to influence and build relationships without formal authority.

• Curiosity and willingness to learn technical concepts, systems, and business processes.

• Basic understanding of project or program management principles, including scope, schedule, risks, issues, and dependencies.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Ability to work effectively in Agile, hybrid, or traditional delivery environments.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to follow-through.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.

• Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar collaboration tools.

• Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) concepts.

• Exposure to cloud technologies, SaaS products, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, data platforms, or infrastructure technologies.

• Experience leading team projects, student organizations, hackathons, or other collaborative initiatives.

• Interest in pursuing a career in Technical Program Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline.

• 0-2 years of professional experience.

• Prior internship, co-op, research, leadership, or project experience preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative, team-oriented environments.

Career Progression

The TPM I role represents the foundational development level within F5's Technical Program Management profession.

Through coaching, mentorship, and progressively increasing ownership, TPM I employees build proficiency in:

• Program planning and execution

• Stakeholder management

• Risk and dependency management

• Agile delivery practices

• Technical and business acumen

• Executive communication

• Cross-functional leadership

Successful performance and demonstrated readiness may lead to advancement into Technical Program Manager II (P2), where individuals assume greater ownership of programs and begin operating with increased independence.