Technical Program Manager, World ID

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

World is a network of real humans, built on privacy-preserving proof-of-human technology, and powered by a globally inclusive financial network that enables the free flow of digital assets for all. It is built to connect, empower, and be owned by everyone.This opportunity will be with Tools for HumanityAbout the Company:World (www.worldcoin.org) is an open-source protocol, supported by a global community of developers, individuals, economists and technologists committed to expanding participation in, and access to, the global economy. Its community is united around core beliefs in the inherent worth and equality of every individual, the right to personal privacy, and open and public collaboration. These beliefs are reflected in what the community is building: a public utility to connect everyone to the global economy.The Worldcoin Foundation (www.worldcoin.foundation) is the protocol's steward and will support and grow the World community until it becomes self-sufficient. Tools for Humanity (www.toolsforhumanity.com) is a global hardware and software development company. It helped launch Worldcoin and continues to provide support to the Foundation, in addition to operating the World App.About the team:The World ID team is on a mission to empower every person on the planet with a unique digital identity that distinguishes humans from AI online.As the driving force behind World ID, the team oversees the entire lifecycle of the product-from user experiences to developer interactions. Our goal is to establish a decentralized identity protocol that is open for any developer to contribute to and build upon.Built on Web3 technology, World ID prioritizes privacy, security, and data self-custody as foundational principles. We ensure that users maintain full control of their data, setting a new standard for privacy in the digital age.Challenges and opportunities we tackle include:

• Scaling globally with local relevance, ensuring World ID works for people across diverse regions and contexts.
• Building a vibrant global developer community that spans both Web2 and Web3 ecosystems.
• Bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3, making the transition seamless for users and developers.
• Empowering users to control their own data through data minimization at internet scale.
• Introducing a new, privacy-preserving digital credential to the evolving digital identity ecosystem.Together, we are redefining what it means to own and protect your digital identity in a decentralized world.About the Opportunity:As the Technical Program Manager for World ID, you will be at the center of driving operational excellence and ensuring seamless execution of technical and non-technical programs. You will lead program management efforts across World ID, partnering with cross-functional teams to orchestrate a highly efficient and high-velocity product development lifecycle (PDLC).In this role, you'll define, implement, and optimize processes that ensure alignment across World ID programs and with other teams across the World project. You'll be responsible for tracking progress, identifying blockers, and driving accountability, while providing senior management with clear, actionable reporting on progress and velocity. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact by enabling World ID to scale efficiently and deliver on its mission of empowering everyone with a unique digital identity.In this role, you will:
  • Lead Program Management for World ID: Manage all technical and non-technical programs, ensuring alignment across teams and delivering high-impact outcomes efficiently.
  • Orchestrate Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC): Define, facilitate, and optimize a streamlined PDLC to enable rapid development and delivery of World ID initiatives.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with cross-functional teams within World ID and across Worldcoin, ensuring tight coordination and communication to meet shared objectives.
  • Ensure High-Velocity Execution: Identify blockers, propose solutions, and drive execution to maintain momentum and achieve program milestones.
  • Track and Report Progress: Develop and maintain reporting frameworks that provide visibility into program velocity, resource allocation, and progress towards goals for senior leadership.
  • Maximize Resource Impact: Evaluate resource investments and ensure programs are aligned with World ID's strategic priorities to deliver the highest possible impact.
  • Drive Operational Excellence: Establish and uphold best practices in program management to improve team efficiency, alignment, and accountability.About You:
    • Strong technical expertise with a background in engineering, ideally with experience building and scaling complex systems or products.
    • Proven ability to manage technical programs at scale, demonstrating deep understanding of software development lifecycles and system architecture.
    • 5+ years of experience in technical program management, engineering leadership, or related roles, preferably in high-growth or fast-paced environments.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical details into actionable plans for cross-functional teams.
    • Deep familiarity with privacy, security, and decentralized technologies; experience in Web3, blockchain, or digital identity is a strong plus.
    • Demonstrated success in driving operational excellence, improving team velocity, and delivering programs with measurable impact.
    • Highly skilled at designing and optimizing processes, navigating ambiguity, and resolving complex issues with a collaborative mindset.
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience; advanced technical credentials are a plus.
    • A bias toward action with a high sense of urgency, willingness to dive deep into details, and an ability to thrive in a mission-driven environment.
    • Passionate about building scalable systems that prioritize user experience, privacy, and security, with a commitment to World ID's mission.What we offer:
      • Unlimited PTO
      • Monthly Phone Reimbursement or a company device
      • Daily DoorDash credit for in-office meals
      • 401k + employer match programPay transparency statement (for CA and NY based roles):The reasonably estimated salary for this role at TFH ranges from $200,000 - $240,000, plus a competitive long term incentive package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, TFH offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, vision, 401(k) plan and match, life insurance, flexible time off, commuter benefits, professional development stipend and much more!Apply for this job
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