frog Engineering Program Manager (Fixed Term - Part Time)

About the role

Program Managers at frog turn ambitious, ambiguous ideas into high-fidelity product prototypes without losing sight of the vision along the way. In this role, you'll lead a fast-moving hardware program end-to-end: from early concept through trial and prototyping builds. You will manage both internal and client-facing dimensions of a program and stay on top of program execution.

Responsibilities

• Own the program schedule across concept, prototype, and pilot-build phases, translating strategic and engineering plans into tracked, actionable project phases.
• Manage development and qualification of materials, components, and sub-assemblies for small-volume prototype builds (typically 50–100 units across multiple configurations), packaging tooling and process learnings into documentation that informs future mass-production readiness.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across Industrial Design, Product Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and client counterparts to hit cost, schedule, and quality commitments.
• Plan and execute builds and trials with external manufacturing partners — own first-article inspection, qualification testing, and quality gate sign-off.
• Identify schedule, quality, and supply risk early; own mitigation planning and escalation paths before they become critical-path problems.
• Support material sourcing decisions, including sustainability, compliance, and environmental impact considerations.
• Report program status at multiple altitudes — from working-level engineers to client executive sponsors — tailoring detail to audience and maintaining clear communication across all phases of the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Must Have:
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline, with 5+ years of hands-on program/project management experience delivering products comprised of multiple materials and high aesthetic quality.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills; able to drive cross-functional alignment without direct authority over the functions involved.
• Knowledge of product development processes as well as a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to work onsite in Boulder, CO for all scheduled working days.
• Nice To Have:
• Direct experience managing external manufacturing partners (cut-and-sew, bonding, lamination, knitting/weaving) to on-time, on-cost, on-quality outcomes.
• Prior experience in wearable tech, smart apparel, or consumer accessories programs.
• Understanding of technical issues and CAD/mechanical design, with the ability to engage stakeholders to drive engineering decisions to closure.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with demonstrated creative and critical thinking.
• Comfortable in high-pressure, fast-paced environments; flexible and calm with ambiguity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must Have:
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline, with 5+ years of hands-on program/project management experience delivering products comprised of multiple materials and high aesthetic quality.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills; able to drive cross-functional alignment without direct authority over the functions involved.
• Knowledge of product development processes as well as a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to work onsite in Boulder, CO for all scheduled working days.
• Nice To Have:
• Direct experience managing external manufacturing partners (cut-and-sew, bonding, lamination, knitting/weaving) to on-time, on-cost, on-quality outcomes.
• Prior experience in wearable tech, smart apparel, or consumer accessories programs.
• Understanding of technical issues and CAD/mechanical design, with the ability to engage stakeholders to drive engineering decisions to closure.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with demonstrated creative and critical thinking.
• Comfortable in high-pressure, fast-paced environments; flexible and calm with ambiguity.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Knowledge of product development processes and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to drive cross-functional alignment without direct authority over the functions involved.
• Experience managing external manufacturing partners (cut-and-sew, bonding, lamination, knitting/weaving).
• Understanding of technical issues and CAD/mechanical design.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with demonstrated creative and critical thinking.
• Comfortable in high-pressure, fast-paced environments; flexible and calm with ambiguity.

Benefits

Capgemini provides a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F)
• Company paid holidays
• Personal Days
• Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retail savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Pay

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is going to be calculated on the basis of: $112,000 to $150,000 Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law. The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity. It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Schedule

Fixed-term contract, part-time - 20 hrs/week Onsite in Boulder, CO for all scheduled working days Duration: Initial 6-month fixed term, with possible extension based on business need and performance. Extensions, if any, are evaluated individually and not guaranteed.

Location

Boulder, CO (onsite)