Program Manager (Growth Initiatives) - OCEO

Globally, Amagi works with 800+ content brands, delivering 3800+ channels with deployments in 150+ countries, managing programmatic ad opportunities over 50 billion. Amagi has industry-leading deep technical integration with 150+ Free Ad-supported Streaming TV (FAST) services, making it one the largest tech providers and a first-party ad platform for the FAST industry segment.Amagi has a presence in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, Singapore, Seoul and Sydney, with innovation centers in Bangalore, Zagreb, and Lodz, and a global media monitoring center in New Delhi. Amagi is one of the highest valued mediatech companies in the world and its investors include Accel, Norwest Venture Partners, General Atlantic, Premji Invest, Avataar Ventures and Nadathur Holdings.

Today, Amagi is the fastest growing media and entertainment technology company on Earth. Founded in 2008, Amagi is a global leader in cloud-based products and solutions for broadcast and connected TV. Our cloud-based platforms support broadcast-quality, 24-hour linear channel production, channel distribution to Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV platforms, live orchestration for sports and news, OTT server-side ad insertion, and monetization analytics, as well as cost-effective disaster recovery.

Our identity and mission: Amagi, epitomizing the essence of freedom, embarks on an extraordinary mission to establish the world's foremost media technology business rooted in a foundation of goodness. Our commitment to autonomy is paralleled by our shared connection through a compelling purpose, with the Amagi way serving as our guiding light. In our pursuit, we strive to create a harmonious blend of individual freedom and collective purpose, shaping a unique and transformative journey that sets us apart in the realm of media technology.

Work Mode : In Office

Location : Bangalore

Job Profile:

We are seeking a Program Manager Growth Initiatives to lead the execution of strategic projects that drive Amagi's growth from new innovation rollouts and ecosystem expansion.

This is a highly cross-functional role, working closely with R&D, and Business Development, and external partners, to bring early-stage strategic ideas to life. You'll own end-to-end program deliveryfrom concept validation and planning to execution and handover - ensuring that initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and with clear measurable outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone with strong program management skills, a collaborative mindset, and an ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Initiative Execution

a.Drive high-priority growth initiatives, including new product pilots, market expansions, and innovation programs.

b.Work closely with R&D teams to manage technical deliverables and timelines.

c.Partner with Business Development on initiatives involving new customer or market segments.

d.Translate strategic objectives into concrete project plans with defined milestones, owners, and success metrics.

2. Program Planning & Coordination

a.Own cross-functional coordination across Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and Finance.

b.Identify risks, resolve blockers, and ensure smooth execution across stakeholders.

c.Manage dependencies between teams and functions; maintain clarity on priorities and trade-offs.

d.Coordinate with external vendors, design partners, or ecosystem collaborators, where applicable.

3. Governance & Reporting

a.Provide regular status reports, updates, and escalation summaries to the Chief of Staff.

b.Maintain detailed program documentation, trackers, and dashboards to drive visibility and accountability.

c.Facilitate weekly or milestone-based reviews with key stakeholders.

4. Handoff & Scale-Up

a.Drive initiatives through to initial customer validation or first few wins.

b.Work with functional leaders to transition the initiative to core teams for broader execution.

c.Ensure proper documentation, knowledge transfer, and continuity during handover.

Skills and Expertise Required:

510 years of experience in program management, strategic execution, or business operations, ideally within a technology, SaaS, or media company.

Strong experience in leading cross-functional programs with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Hands-on experience working with technical teams (R&D, Engineering) and understanding product development cycles.

Excellent project planning, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and fast-changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Experience in managing external vendors, partners, or design/customer pilot programs is a plus.

Familiarity with media workflows, streaming, or AI/ML technologies is desirable but not mandatory.