Principal Program Manager, Carbon Strategy & Innovation

Job-ID: 348840Category: Business practice and OperationsLocation: Nashville, TN, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-26Closes: 2027-04-24Role: Individual ContributorJob Type: Regular EmployeeDoes this position require a security clearance?: NoYears: 6 to 10+ yearsAdditional Info: Visa / work permit sponsorship is not available for this positionApplicants are required to read, write, and speak the following languages: EnglishOracle is seeking an experienced program manager with expertise in carbon management and emerging climate technologies to support Oracle's net-zero carbon strategy and long-term sustainability commitments. This role will focus primarily on carbon capture, carbon removal, and emerging climate technologies, while contributing to broader decarbonization initiatives as Oracle's business needs and sustainability priorities evolve.The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge of engineered and nature-based carbon removal solutions with strong program management, commercial judgment, and partnership development capabilities. This individual will evaluate emerging technologies, oversee research and pilot initiatives, and work with technology developers, academic institutions, and industry partners to accelerate the transition from early-stage innovation to commercially viable, scalable solutions.A successful candidate will be comfortable navigating ambiguity, quickly developing expertise in adjacent sustainability domains, building strategic partnerships, and translating complex technical challenges into actionable programs and long-term business opportunities. The role requires both strategic thinking and hands-on execution within Oracle's fast-paced, highly matrixed cloud infrastructure business.QualificationsDisclaimer:Certain U.S. based or U.S. customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization/occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing requirements.Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations onlyUS: Hiring Range in USD from: $91,000 to $209,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion2. Short term disability and long term disability3. Life insurance and AD&D4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.9. 11 paid holidays10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.11. Paid parental leave12. Adoption assistance13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan14. Financial planning and group legal15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insuranceThe role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.As part of Oracle's onboarding process and consistent with applicable law, US-based employees are required to complete identity verification, which involves the collection and processing of their biometric information. Accommodations to this requirement may be granted following an individualized assessment.ResponsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and advance Oracle's carbon capture and removal strategy, evaluating engineered and nature-based solutions based on technical feasibility, environmental impact, scalability, cost, and long-term business value.Oversee research and pilot initiatives evaluating emerging carbon capture, utilization, storage, and atmospheric removal technologies, establishing clear milestones, success criteria, and pathways to commercialization.Evaluate opportunities to integrate carbon capture solutions into data center infrastructure, partnering with engineering, energy, and operations teams to assess emissions sources, technical requirements, infrastructure dependencies, and deployment feasibility.Build strategic partnerships with technology developers, research institutions, startups, industry organizations, and other stakeholders to accelerate innovation, share technical expertise, and develop mutually beneficial commercial opportunities.Advance emerging technologies toward commercial scale, assessing technology readiness, implementation risks, cost trajectories, and market conditions while developing business cases and recommendations for future deployment or investment.Develop and evaluate commercial partnership structures, including research collaborations, demonstration projects, strategic investments, and long-term procurement or offtake arrangements that support innovation and secure future business value.Develop and manage a carbon removal portfolio, balancing cost, durability, technology maturity, delivery timelines, and counterparty risk; track contracted and delivered volumes, budgets, and supplier performance.Establish technical evaluation and measurement frameworks to assess carbon impact, lifecycle emissions, additionality, permanence, environmental risks, and monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) requirements.Lead complex cross-functional programs involving sustainability, engineering, finance, procurement, legal, and external partners, ensuring clear ownership, execution milestones, risk management, and measurable outcomes.Support broader carbon and decarbonization initiatives as organizational priorities evolve, applying technical expertise and program management capabilities to emerging opportunities that advance Oracle's sustainability commitments.Serve as a carbon technology subject-matter expert, monitoring scientific developments, evolving greenhouse gas accounting standards, market-based instruments, and regulatory trends to inform Oracle's long-term carbon strategy and executive decision-making.QualificationsBachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, environmental, or energy engineering, chemistry, materials science, environmental science, or a related technical discipline. Advanced degree preferred.Significant professional experience, typically 12+ years, in technical program management, engineering, climate technology, carbon management, applied research, or related fields.Demonstrated expertise in carbon dioxide removal, including carbon capture, utilization and storage, or related engineered and nature-based solutions.Demonstrated experience translating technical due diligence into commercial decisions.Experience evaluating emerging technologies through technical feasibility assessments, techno-economic analysis, lifecycle assessment, pilot development, or commercialization planning.Proven ability to independently lead complex, cross-functional technical programs from concept and research through demonstration, implementation, or commercialization.Strong understanding of carbon accounting, GHG measurement, and the scientific principles underlying credible carbon reductions and removals.Experience developing strategic partnerships and working with technology providers, research organizations, or commercial counterparties.Strong analytical and business judgment, including the ability to assess technical and financial tradeoffs, develop business cases, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority in a highly matrixed organization.Preferred QualificationsExperience commercializing emerging climate or energy technologies, including progressing solutions from research through pilot deployment and commercial scale.Familiarity with point-source carbon capture technologies, CO₂ transport and storage, direct air capture, biological carbon sequestration, or other durable carbon removal pathways.Experience with carbon removal markets, technology procurement, project finance, long-term offtake agreements, or strategic climate technology investments.Experience working in data centers, energy infrastructure, industrial decarbonization, advanced manufacturing, or other technically complex environments.Familiarity with carbon removal verification standards, lifecycle analysis, environmental claims, and emerging regulatory frameworks.Familiarity with GHG Protocol standards, science-based target frameworks, market-based instruments, carbon credit registries, and evolving requirements for corporate carbon removal accounting and claims.About the companyOnly Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. 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