A technical program manager responsible for leading the development and coordination of software, firmware, and systems controls for battery energy storage products, ensuring reliable, scalable, and safe energy storage solutions through cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional development programs for embedded firmware, energy management system software, and battery management software.
Drive the software development process, including planning, sprint facilitation, backlog prioritization, and reviews.
Collaborate with engineering teams to define program requirements, technical interfaces, dependencies, and validation strategies.
Track and communicate progress toward key milestones.
Support test planning, software release processes, and integration with lab and field validation efforts.
Ensure change management and version control processes are in place and aligned with system iteration.
Identify risks, surface technical blockers, and develop mitigation strategies across the product lifecycle.
Requirements
BS or MS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
At least 5 years of technical program management experience focused on software and firmware in hardware-integrated systems
Experience managing software development for multidisciplinary products involving electrical, mechanical, and systems teams
Experience with software development lifecycle processes including Agile, CI/CD, code reviews, and release planning
Proven track record of managing software development projects in complex energy environments, particularly related to power electronics or other energy products is a strong plus
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with all levels of the organization and presenting to internal and external executives
Proficiency in project tracking and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, GitHub, MS Project, or Asana
Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy and manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a startup environment
Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments, including extended periods working in production facilities with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes while protected by PPE
Willingness to travel to Reno, NV as needed and for onboarding if Bay Area based
Work schedule flexibility to support site operational needs, including occasional work on weekends or alternate shifts (approximately 25%)
Full-time work position located in San Francisco, CA
Benefits & Perks
Compensation range: $153,000 - $248,500 USD
Work schedule may vary depending on site operational needs, with flexibility required
Split work environment between office and production facility
Work may involve extended periods in the production facility with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, protected by PPE
May require occasional work on weekends or alternate shifts (approximately 25%)
Full-time position
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