Sr. Program Manager, Data & AI

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. 

Job Title: Sr. Program Manager, Data & AI

Reports to: Director, Data & AI Program Delivery Lead

Location: United States (Remote)

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington 

The Role

As Senior Program Manager, you will be a strategic leader guiding high-impact, cross-functional programs that drive transformation across Deckers’ global business. You’ll operate at the intersection of business, technology, and organizational change—translating strategy into action, navigating complexity, and ensuring measurable outcomes. This role is both a thought partner and execution leader, championing a global-first mindset and integrating hybrid delivery approaches to balance speed, value, and risk. You’ll bring rigor, adaptability, and vision to program governance, proactively managing interdependencies, risks, and stakeholder engagement.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

• Translate enterprise strategy into structured, executable program plans that deliver measurable value and drive business transformation
• Guide and support multi-disciplinary teams through the entire program lifecycle, ensuring delivery of initiatives, epics, and projects within scope and timelines
• Partner with business, technology, and executive stakeholders to align goals, foster shared accountability, and drive engagement
• Enable realization of business capabilities, benefits, and KPIs through a value-driven approach that supports Deckers’ digital and data strategy
• Lead governance and decision-making forums, driving alignment, risk management, and resource coordination across global teams
• Proactively identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and maintain transparency through portfolio reporting and executive updates
• Serve as a key liaison between business functions, data, and technology teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration
• Champion standard processes and out-of-the-box capabilities, vetting customization requests with clear value cases
• Drive change adoption, accountability, and stakeholder alignment as a visible leadership presence

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Technology, or related discipline (MBA or Master’s preferred)
• PMP, PgMP, SAFe Program Consultant, or equivalent certifications strongly preferred; additional credentials in AI, automation, or Agile at scale are a plus
• 10+ years of program management experience, including 5+ years in senior roles leading complex, cross-functional programs
• Demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale, global, or enterprise-wide programs
• Strong command of hybrid program delivery methods (Agile, Waterfall, SAFe, etc.)
• Skilled in aligning programs to business capability maps and strategic value initiatives
• Executive presence and the ability to influence across senior levels of business and IT
• Proven ability to influence across levels and functions without direct authority
• Experience integrating automation, AI, and systems thinking into program frameworks
• Experience in the branded consumer products, retail, supply chain or apparel industry is highly desirable
• Track record of managing global initiatives with distributed teams and diverse stakeholder groups
• Systems thinking and strategic foresight
• Strong analytical, financial, and organizational skills
• Advanced communication and negotiation abilities
• Expertise in outcome-driven delivery and business capability enablement
• Proficiency with Jira, Aha.io, Confluence, and program portfolio tools
• High emotional intelligence and adaptability in complex environments
• Commitment to continuous learning and leveraging emerging technologies for program success

What We'll Give You –

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
   

$150,000 - $165,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in Goleta, CA. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.