[Hiring] Staff Technical Program Manager - Autonomy @Serve Robotics

Role Description

This role involves managing engineering programs related to autonomy and hardware projects.

• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies for various autonomy projects including end-to-end autonomy model development, data infrastructure, simulation, machine learning, mapping, and process development.
• Lead and coordinate efforts across engineering teams, product managers, operations teams, and business stakeholders.
• Gather requirements, align priorities, and communicate project status updates effectively.
• Develop and implement processes that streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Coordinate with product and engineering management to create and maintain active roadmaps.
• Analyze and update existing processes and identify areas for optimization and improvement.
• Coordinate broad communication efforts to keep all teams informed and aligned.
• Create detailed project documentation, including technical specifications, project plans, and status reports to maintain transparency and accountability.

Qualifications

• BS degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent job experience
• 10+ years of experience in engineering program management or technical program management
• 10+ years experience with software, hardware, or autonomous systems
• Experience successfully articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical partners
• Strong technical knowledge of autonomous systems, mapping, simulation, and machine learning (ML)
• Strong track record of managing complex cross-functional projects and shipping product features in a production environment
• Experience building strong working relationships with executive leaders and engineers across functions and departments
• An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience

Requirements

• MS degree in computer science, engineering (preferred)
• Experience with products that include safety, policy, or regulatory aspects (preferred)
• Experience with robotics products, especially ones running in public spaces (preferred)

Benefits

• Travel up to 5% of the time for team meetings in various locations across the US