Technical Program Manager

Posted 13 Days Ago
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Foster City, CA
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Software • Consulting
The Role
The Technical Program Manager leads cross-functional teams, developing project schedules, identifying risks, and managing budgets to achieve strategic milestones.
Summary Generated by Built In

In this role, you will work cross-functionally with our engineering leaders across software, hardware, vehicle engineering, and product to help us achieve our strategic and tactical milestones. You will work with engineering teams to develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate ongoing progress.

Responsibilities

  • Work with cross-functional team to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
  • Work with engineers and finance teams to define and track resource requirements, including headcount and budget
  • Ensure every team understands what they need to deliver at all times
  • Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
  • Ensure problems are transparent and risks are identified and proactively ensure that risk mitigating actions are ongoing within relevant engineering teams
  • Set agenda for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks and minimize risks
  • Support key decisions working cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and strategy to reach the right conclusions

Requirements
  • 6+ years experience HW Program Management or Engineering Management work - managing cross-functional teams on HW/SW integration in the development phase.
  • BS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
  • Proficient in tools required to manage complex projects (i.e. JIRA, Gantt charts).
  • Prior experience working with contract manufacturers (CMs).
  • Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty.
  • Self-motivated and proactive problem-solver.
  • An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience.

Bonus Qualifications
  • Directly managed 2+ program development cycles for a System with HW and SW integration involved.
  • MS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Strong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments.

Benefits

**Benefits**

    • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
    • Training & Development
    • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
    • Free breakfast and lunch

Top Skills

Gantt Charts
JIRA
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The Company
HQ: Winston Salem, NC
22 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Sigma Software Vertex is where engineering excellence meets human connection. As part of Sigma Software Group, a global tech powerhouse with 2,000+ experts across 20 countries, we bring 22+ years of award-winning IT consulting into a bold, fresh context. We believe in loyalty, real relationships, and helping both talent and companies grow to their full potential. With roots in Swedish values and a global reach, we specialize in connecting ambitious engineers with forward-thinking companies across industries. Our name says it all: Vertex is the peak, and we’re here to climb it with you. Whether you're a client or a consultant, this is a place to build, evolve, and thrive.

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