Sr. Manager, Federal Programs

At MyFitnessPal, we believe good health starts with what you eat. We provide tools, resources and support to enable users to reach their health goals.

As the Sr. Manager, Federal Programs, you'll lead the MyFitnessPal business unit working alongside a major systems integrator (the Prime) to support initiatives for the U.S. federal government. You will build strong partnerships with our prime contractor, government program stakeholders, and cross-functional leaders across MyFitnessPal's product, engineering, security, and legal teams. Your leadership skills and command of federal security and compliance will allow MyFitnessPal  to deliver on initiatives inside a government program.

This role is part of the Technology Operations (TechOps) organization, which includes IT, Infrastructure, Security, Site Reliability Engineering, and DevOps/DevEx disciplines. The TechOps org seeks to enable MyFitnessPal to "ship with confidence" by delivering a secure, reliable, and low-friction runway to build and operate software at scale, including within the rigorous security and compliance environment of the U.S. federal government.

Essential Duties:

Reporting to the VP, TechOps, you will own the MyFitnessPal Federal business unit end to end: its security and compliance posture, delivery of the nutrition and health capability, the relationship with the contract Prime, and the business unit’s P&L. Above all, you are the accountable owner for meeting and maintaining security, privacy, and contractual requirements, allowing product excellence and growth to follow from that foundation. You will help stand up the team, establish the operating cadence of a federal-facing business, and serve as the senior face to our prime and government customers. This is a U.S.-based, remote role and requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

What you’ll be doing:  

Stand up and lead the MFP Federal team and establish the governance and internal controls of a federal-facing business unit

Own the entity's P&L, operating budget, and KPIs, and partner with MyFitnessPal corporate functions (legal, security, HR, finance) to keep the entity aligned and well-supported

Own delivery of capabilities against the scope, schedule, quality, and service-level commitments set forth in the contract

Translate government requirements into a credible product and delivery roadmap, partnering across MyFitnessPal product and engineering

Serve as the primary senior point of contact and corporate liaison to our prime and government stakeholders, building a trusted-partner relationship and identifying opportunities to expand scope within the program and into adjacent federal work

Manage the security and compliance requirements that flow down from the prime, and demonstrate the product and business’s compliance status prior to and throughout the period of performance

Govern the handling of sensitive data, including segregation between the federal entity and commercial MyFitnessPal, privacy controls, audit readiness, and incident response

Qualifications to be successful in this role:  

8+ years of experience, including senior leadership of a business unit, program, or P&L, with a meaningful portion in or adjacent to the U.S. federal / Department of War (DoD) market

Demonstrated, hands-on command of federal security and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252.204-7012/-7021, CMMC, FedRAMP, and RMF/ATO processes) sufficient to own MFP Federal’s posture

Experience operating as, or working with, a Department of War (DoD) prime or subcontractor, including managing requirements and contractual compliance

Proven track record of standing up or scaling a team or function and delivering complex software or technology programs on schedule

Strong executive communication and stakeholder management; able to be the credible senior face of MFP to a prime and to Government customers

U.S. person, able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance, as required, and willing to travel partner sites, as required

Hold an active DoD 8140-compliant certification

Experience handling CUI and PII in regulated environments

Background in digital health, human performance, wearables, or nutrition/wellness technology is a plus

Relevant industry certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, or CMMC-related credentials) are a plus

Values you’ll model

Be Kind and Care — build with empathy; assume positive intent; support teammates and members.

Live Good Health — champion healthy habits and balance in how we work and what we ship.

Be Data-Inspired — ground decisions in research and data; measure what matters.

Champion Change — lean into ambiguity; iterate, learn, and improve continuously.

Leave it Better than You Found It — raise quality, clarify systems, and document as you go.

Make It Happen — bias to action; deliver impact with craft and accountability.

 

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at MyFitnessPal ranges from $150,000 - $200,000 . Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, MyFitnessPal offers a wide range of comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, parental planning, mental health benefits, annual performance bonus, a 401(k) plan and match, responsible time off, monthly wellness and technology allowances, and others. Exciting Full-Time Employee Benefits, Perks and Culture

Face-to-Face Connections : We value personal connections. Enjoy opportunities to meet and connect with your team members in person to help forge meaningful relationships that extend beyond the virtual realm. Teams meet as often as needed and all of MyFitnessPal gathers annually.

Flexibility At Its Best: Achieve the work-life balance you deserve. Enjoy a flexible time-off policy with our Responsible Time Off benefit. 

Give Back: Use  your volunteer days off to support what matters most to you. Each full time teammate receives 2 days per calendar year to give back to their community through service.

Mentorship Program: Take control of your career through our mentorship program where, if you’d like, you will be matched with a teammate who can help you scale your skills and propel your growth.

Family-Friendly Support : Embrace the journey with confidence and care. Enjoy our paid maternity and paternity leave, to provide time to balance family responsibilities with your career and take the time needed to strengthen family relationships.  We understand the complexities of starting or expanding a family, which is why we provide best-in-class comprehensive assistance for fertility-related matters. 

Wellness Comes First : Live Good Health is one of our core values. Receive a monthly Wellness Allowance, empowering you to focus on your physical and mental well-being by choosing from a range of wellness initiatives, including dedicated mental health days.

Celebrate Greatness: Your hard work deserves recognition! Our reward and recognition platform empowers peers to acknowledge and reward each other for the exceptional contributions they make. 

Elevate Your Health & Fitness: Get access to MyFitnessPal Premium, allowing you to take your fitness, health and wellness journey to new heights.

Unlock Your Potential: Access our virtual learning and development library, and participate in training opportunities  to continuously grow and enhance your skills. 

Championing Inclusion : Our dedicated DEI Committee actively fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress across the organization.

Healthcare Matters: Your well-being is our priority. Take advantage of our competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits that cater to your holistic healthcare needs. Feel secure and supported on your wellness journey.

Secure Your Future: Benefit from our retirement savings program, giving you peace of mind for your financial goals. Reach them sooner with MyFitnessPal’s competitive employer match.

 

At MyFitnessPal, our mission is to enable people to make healthy choices. And it wouldn't be possible without our team. We celebrate the unique POV that each person brings to the table and believe in a collaborative and inclusive environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, military or veteran status, sex, gender, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability. These are our guiding ideologies and apply across all aspects of employment.

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