Manager, Technical Program Management

Description

The company builds tools that let teams running physical operations manage drivers, vehicles, equipment and fleet spend in one system, with AI that automates routine work. It serves nearly 100,000 customers, from large enterprises to small businesses, across industries such as transportation, construction, energy, manufacturing, agriculture and the public sector.

This is a senior management role leading the Hardware Technical Program Management function within the Connected Devices organization. The role drives product development from concept through launch and sustaining, with the goal of reliable connected-device products for customers. It is based in San Francisco on a hybrid model and reports to the VP of Connected Devices.

You will coordinate hardware, product, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, operations, embedded and software teams to set priorities, resolve dependencies, manage risk and hit functional goals. The role suits a strategic, technically grounded leader who can build strong teams, brief executives and drive decisions across many stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define the strategy, operating rhythm and execution standards for the Hardware TPM function.
• Run complex programs that span electrical, mechanical, RF, camera, compliance, manufacturing, quality and supply chain teams.
• Build integrated plans with milestones, phase gates, risk processes and executive reporting.
• Manage the Compliance and Sustaining TPMs as well as the New Product Development TPMs.
• Make timely calls on scope, schedule, resources, dependencies and technical trade-offs across several hardware programs.
• Find ways to improve hardware development processes, tools and operating mechanisms for better predictability and quality.
• Hire, coach and grow a strong Hardware TPM team and plan for its future needs.
• Explain program strategy, progress, risks and recommendations to senior leaders and cross-functional partners.

Requirements

• At least 10 years in hardware product development, technical program management or a closely related technical field.
• At least 5 years leading TPMs or engineering teams.
• Proven experience taking complex connected-device or embedded hardware products from concept to launch.
• Solid knowledge of hardware lifecycles, including design, validation, manufacturing readiness and sustaining.
• Experience running programs across several engineering teams, sites, vendors and manufacturing partners.
• Skill in structured planning, metrics, risk management and clear communication to keep work moving.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Conditions

Pay may depend on education, experience and certifications. Some roles may include restricted stock units. Benefits include health, pharmacy, optical and dental coverage, paid and sick time off, short and long term disability, life insurance and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility. Details are on the company's perks and benefits page.

The base salary range for this role is $200,000 to $270,000 USD.

The company values an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

You must be authorized to receive and access commodities and technologies controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as the company requires for access to its products and technology.

For US-based roles, depending on the role and primary work location, candidates may be required to sign a non-compete covenant. This does not apply to lawyers, interns, or employees in CA, MN, MT, ND or OK, or where otherwise prohibited by law. Elsewhere, terms follow the applicable statutory rules, including procedures, industry restrictions, and salary thresholds.

All postings are for open positions. Some interviews or new-hire training may take place in person at one of the company's global offices.

Benefits

• Benefits are listed in the conditions section above.