Mid Level Program Lead Jobs
Mid level program lead jobs go to professionals ready to own programs end to end, guide junior team members, and drive cross-functional decisions with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated in Electronics & Hardware, Education, and Science & Research, with a strong mix of remote and hybrid work, and employers like Celestica, AECOM, and Corsair hiring at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is seeking an experienced candidate to identify, create, develop and integrate innovative solutions and programs that lead to improvements in our last mile delivery network and drive AI adoption across corporate and frontline teams. This role will focus on building the culture, tools, and measurement systems that make AI part of daily work, prioritizing based on real team needs rather than a fixed technology mandate. A successful candidate will be able to deliver measurable gains in adoption, efficiency, and cost avoidance across Amazon Logistics, OTR Planning. This individual will be expected to activate and coach a Champion network, manage a use-case pipeline from idea to launch, and report progress to senior leadership on a recurring cadence. Judgment on which tools actually solve a team's problem is paramount, along with strong program management and stakeholder influence skills. In this role you will be responsible for adoption strategy and culture change, use-case prioritization and delivery in partnership with Orbit, and impact measurement and reporting.
Key job responsibilities
- Own AI adoption strategy and drive the "AI-everywhere" culture shift: design hands-on experimentation programs (Shark Tanks, hackathons, lunch and learns), activate and coach a 10-15 person AI Champion network, and publish a weekly practical-tips newsletter.
- Build organizational self-sufficiency with the right AI tools for each job family: validate real use cases, then coach the owner to build their own solution with low-code AI tools, jumping in as a hands-on builder yourself when that moves things faster.
- Own the use-case intake and prioritization pipeline: crowdsource ideas, evaluate against impact and effort, and spot patterns that reveal a shared infrastructure gap. Partner with Orbit and other tech teams to build the platform capability, like a system connector, that unlocks the category for owner-builders.
- Define success metrics before building, not after: track adoption, usage, and time saved for every use case, calculate ROI, and report impact to leadership on a recurring cadence.
- Own the AI Center of Excellence as the organization's single source of truth for tools, playbooks, and training, organized by job family and kept current as tools and use cases evolve.
- Report AI adoption and impact metrics to the leadership through a monthly steering committee and quarterly report.
A day in the life
You start your morning publishing this week's AI Flash: one practical tip and a success story from a recent tool adopter. You spend an hour in Champion office hours, troubleshooting a use case and coaching two Champions for their first session. Midday, you review three use-case submissions: two go to their owners with a build plan. In the afternoon, you walk your leadership through this month's dashboard, then close the day in the hallway, spotting where AI is working.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of program or project management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
- Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 66,800.00 - 116,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is seeking an experienced candidate to identify, create, develop and integrate innovative solutions and programs that lead to improvements in our last mile delivery network and drive AI adoption across corporate and frontline teams. This role will focus on building the culture, tools, and measurement systems that make AI part of daily work, prioritizing based on real team needs rather than a fixed technology mandate. A successful candidate will be able to deliver measurable gains in adoption, efficiency, and cost avoidance across Amazon Logistics, OTR Planning. This individual will be expected to activate and coach a Champion network, manage a use-case pipeline from idea to launch, and report progress to senior leadership on a recurring cadence. Judgment on which tools actually solve a team's problem is paramount, along with strong program management and stakeholder influence skills. In this role you will be responsible for adoption strategy and culture change, use-case prioritization and delivery in partnership with Orbit, and impact measurement and reporting.
Key job responsibilities
- Own AI adoption strategy and drive the "AI-everywhere" culture shift: design hands-on experimentation programs (Shark Tanks, hackathons, lunch and learns), activate and coach a 10-15 person AI Champion network, and publish a weekly practical-tips newsletter.
- Build organizational self-sufficiency with the right AI tools for each job family: validate real use cases, then coach the owner to build their own solution with low-code AI tools, jumping in as a hands-on builder yourself when that moves things faster.
- Own the use-case intake and prioritization pipeline: crowdsource ideas, evaluate against impact and effort, and spot patterns that reveal a shared infrastructure gap. Partner with Orbit and other tech teams to build the platform capability, like a system connector, that unlocks the category for owner-builders.
- Define success metrics before building, not after: track adoption, usage, and time saved for every use case, calculate ROI, and report impact to leadership on a recurring cadence.
- Own the AI Center of Excellence as the organization's single source of truth for tools, playbooks, and training, organized by job family and kept current as tools and use cases evolve.
- Report AI adoption and impact metrics to the leadership through a monthly steering committee and quarterly report.
A day in the life
You start your morning publishing this week's AI Flash: one practical tip and a success story from a recent tool adopter. You spend an hour in Champion office hours, troubleshooting a use case and coaching two Champions for their first session. Midday, you review three use-case submissions: two go to their owners with a build plan. In the afternoon, you walk your leadership through this month's dashboard, then close the day in the hallway, spotting where AI is working.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of program or project management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience
- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
- Experience building processes, project management, and schedules
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TN, Nashville - 66,800.00 - 116,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 74,200.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 129,800.00 USD annually
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Mid Level Program Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level program lead job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight programs you led from planning through delivery, decisions you made without being directed, and junior colleagues you guided. Applications that show measurable outcomes, cross-functional coordination, and a clear scope of responsibility stand out at this level. Tailor your resume to the specific program domain the employer works in.
Which companies hire mid level program leads?
Companies hiring mid level program leads right now include Celestica, AECOM, and Corsair, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Organizations at this hiring level tend to be large enough to run structured programs but actively scaling, which means they need program leads who can operate with real autonomy from day one.
Are there remote mid level program lead jobs?
Yes, and a meaningful share of openings offer location flexibility. About 50% of mid level program lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly this role translates across distributed teams. Many employers prefer hybrid arrangements to keep program leads connected to stakeholders, so both fully remote and hybrid options appear regularly in current listings.
How do I move up to a mid level program lead role?
Moving from early-career contributor to mid level program lead happens by deliberately expanding your scope over time. Focus on taking full ownership of discrete projects, volunteering to coordinate across teams, and building a record of delivering on commitments without close supervision. Developing skills in stakeholder communication, risk identification, and junior mentorship signals readiness for the increased responsibility that mid level roles carry.
Which industries hire the most mid level program leads?
Mid Level program lead roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives that require dedicated program ownership at a mid level, making them consistent sources of openings for professionals at this stage of their career.