Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Avalara
Job overview
The Director of Technical Program Management at Avalara leads the Business Technology PMO to drive execution excellence and enterprise-scale transformation through global program management and alignment with strategic business goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves defining and leading strategic program portfolios, managing a global team of program managers, establishing governance practices, partnering with cross-functional leaders, and driving AI adoption within teams and projects.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary range from $148,800 to $297,300 annually depending on location, eligibility for an annual bonus, paid time off, paid parental leave, and health benefits including medical, life, and disability insurance.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, at least 15 years of technical program management experience including 5 years in leadership, expertise in enterprise systems and delivery models, and demonstrated use of AI tools and responsible AI principles.
Career development
The role includes opportunities to lead and grow a global PMO team, establish mentoring frameworks, and develop career paths within Avalara's expanding technology organization.
Work environment and culture
Avalara promotes an inclusive culture valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion with employee resource groups and a culture of ownership, innovation, and empowerment.
Company information
Avalara is a billion-dollar cloud compliance platform company processing billions of API calls and millions of tax returns annually, focused on integrating AI and technology in tax compliance.
Team overview
The candidate will lead the Business Technology PMO team, working closely with executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams globally.
Job location and travel
This is a remote position with salary varying by state including Colorado, Washington, California, and NYC.
Unique job features
The job uniquely emphasizes AI-first leadership, integrating AI into workflows, decision-making, and product development, and leading responsible AI practices in program management.
Company overview
Avalara is a leading provider of tax compliance automation software for businesses of all sizes. They make money by offering cloud-based solutions that help companies manage sales tax, VAT, and other transactional tax requirements efficiently. Founded in 2004, Avalara has grown significantly, becoming a publicly traded company in 2018. Their software integrates with numerous business applications, ensuring seamless tax compliance across various platforms. Key historical milestones include their IPO and continuous expansion through strategic acquisitions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive leadership in technical program management, emphasizing experience with enterprise-scale transformation and managing global PMO teams, as Avalara seeks a Director to lead their Business Technology PMO.
Emphasize your expertise in driving execution excellence, aligning technical initiatives with strategic business goals, and your familiarity with AI-driven workflows, responsible AI practices, and AI adoption in software development processes.
Apply through multiple platforms including Avalara's corporate career site, LinkedIn, and other job boards to increase your chances of being noticed for this senior leadership role.
Connect with current Avalara employees in the Business Technology or PMO divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on Avalara's AI-first approach or asking about how they integrate AI into program management to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'technical program management,' 'enterprise systems,' 'AI adoption,' 'PMO scaling,' 'cross-functional programs,' and 'responsible AI practices' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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