Full-Time

Technical Program Manager

Infrastructure

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WhatNot

WhatNot

501-1,000 employees

Online marketplace for authentic collectibles

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$178k - $235kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 2 more

More locations: Los Angeles, CA, USA | New York, NY, USA

Team members must be within commuting distance of San Francisco, Los Angeles, or New York.

Category
Project Management
Engineering Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 6+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary, and highly visible technical and operational initiatives across the company.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments, identify trade-offs, and make decisions with limited information in high-pressure situations.
  • Experience building roadmaps, project/release plans with a strong understanding of dependency management.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to work with key stakeholders to define key business questions and to build data sets that answer those questions.
  • Entrepreneurial drive and proven ability to achieve stretch goals in an innovative fast-paced environment.
  • Startup experience at a high-growth company.
  • Excellent written and oral business communication and people skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field.
Responsibilities
  • Drive the Infrastructure engineering roadmap, strategy and execution of cross functional initiatives.
  • Prioritize key technical initiatives and features to provide the highest quality of data for internal customers to ensure that it’s reliable, discoverable, and secure.
  • Identify and deliver on efficiency improvements for Infrastructure to support the business.
  • Develop processes based on data and modeling that consistently review and improve Whatnot’s capacity needs.
  • Clearly communicate roadmap, progress, and insights to key teams and stakeholders.
  • Do whatever it takes to ensure the engineering team is operating effectively, unblock them and make sure they can move at a rapid pace.
  • Drive strategic initiatives across the company as needed.

Whatnot.com operates as an online marketplace dedicated to collectibles, particularly focusing on items like Funkos and FiGPiNs. The platform ensures that every item listed is 100% authentic through a rigorous verification process that includes hand authentication, providing trust and security for both buyers and sellers. It primarily serves collectors and enthusiasts who are passionate about pop culture franchises such as Marvel Comics and Star Wars, looking for rare and exclusive items. Whatnot.com distinguishes itself from competitors by charging low fees on sales and offering seller protection, which ensures prompt and secure payments. The company's goal is to create a safe and reliable environment for collectors to buy and sell their prized items.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$470.9M

Headquarters

Marina del Rey, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

39%

2 year growth

86%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Whatnot's recent $260M Series D funding round and $3.7B valuation highlight its strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Partnerships with major brands like Marvel Comics and Professional Sports Authentication (PSA) enhance Whatnot's credibility and market reach.
  • The expansion into livestream shopping and additional collectible categories indicates a commitment to innovation and market diversification.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on collectibles like Funkos and FiGPiNs may limit market size and growth potential compared to broader marketplaces.
  • Rapid expansion and scaling, including the planned increase to over 300 employees, could lead to operational challenges and cultural misalignment.

What makes WhatNot unique

  • Whatnot.com offers the largest collection of 100% authenticated collectibles, ensuring trust and security for buyers and sellers, unlike many competitors.
  • The platform's focus on niche markets like Funkos and FiGPiNs, combined with hand authentication, sets it apart from broader online marketplaces.
  • Whatnot's low fees and seller protection provide a competitive edge, making it an attractive option for both buyers and sellers in the collectibles market.

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Benefits

Competitive base salary and stock options

Unlimited Vacation Policy and No Meeting Holidays

Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short term disability & Long term Disability

Work From Home Support

Up to $500 monthly to spend within Whatnot App

Care benefits