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Technical Program Manager 1, Engineering Delivery Mgmt

Location Chicago, Illinois, Englewood, Colorado Req ID R424185 Job Type Full Time
Category Project Management Date posted 12/01/2025
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FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.

Job Summary

This job supports technical program planning and milestone tracking activities within established engineering processes and frameworks. It assists experienced program managers in documenting requirements, gathering data, and maintaining program records. The job contributes to cross-functional collaboration while learning standard program management methodologies and tools. Works under general supervision and may require training and detailed instructions for assigned tasks. As an entry-level EDM, you will support delivery execution within a single team or small project area. You’ll assist with agile ceremonies, track progress in Jira, and help identify blockers. You’ll work under close guidance from more senior TPMs or EDMs.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

  • Supporting technical program planning activities and milestone tracking under guidance from experienced team members
  • Assisting with research and documentation tasks to help achieve program objectives using established processes
  • Contributing to cross-functional team collaboration by gathering and organizing program-related information
  • Following project plans and technical specifications while completing assigned program tasks with supervision
  • Maintaining basic program records and helping identify critical path items using standard tracking tools
  • Participating in the development of program goals by providing input and following established frameworks
  • Learning engineering processes and helping document opportunities for improving program efficiency
  • Supporting schedule management by tracking assigned tasks and reporting progress to program leadership
  • Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Platform Delivery Leadership

  • Support a single team’s delivery execution under guidance.

  • Track progress and surface blockers to senior EDMs.

  • Agile SDLC Implementation

  • Assistin scheduling and documenting agile ceremonies.

  • Learn and applyFreewheel’sSDLC practices.

  • Planning & Capacity Management

  • HelpmaintainJira boards and sprint plans.

  • Track team availability and flag inconsistencies.

  • Process Improvement & Coaching

  • Observe team workflows and suggest minor improvements.

  • Participate in retrospectives and document action items.

  • Stakeholder Communication & Alignment

  • Share basic status updates withinternalteam.

  • Escalate issues to senior team members as needed.

Job Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) 

  • Knowledge:

  • Basic understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies

  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC)

  • Introductory knowledge of Jira or similar tools

  • Skills:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Clear written and verbal communication

  • Attention to detail in tracking tasks and updates

  • Abilities:

  • Follow guidance and learn from senior team members

  • Support agile ceremonies and documentation

  • Identifyand escalate blockers appropriately

Location

Office Optimal inDenver, COor Chicago, IL

Working conditions 

Must successfullyexecute withteam memberslocatedin multiple remote locations and time zones. Working conditions agree with conditions described withinFreewheel’scompany handbook unless explicitly noted in this document. 

Employees at all levels are expected to:

  • Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
  • Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
  • Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
  • Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
  • Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
  • Drive results and growth.
  • Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
  • Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.


Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.


Skills:

Scheduling; Results-Oriented; Agile Methodology


Salary:

Primary Location Pay Range: $35.70 - $53.55

Additional Range: This job can be performed in Denver Campus with a Pay Range of $35.70 - $56.10

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.


The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.


Education

High School Diploma / GED

Relevant Work Experience

0-2 Years

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Our Benefits

We’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits to help you live your best life:

  • Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees.
  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay.
  • Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time.
  • Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more!

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