Sr. Firmware Technical Program Manager

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Senior Technical Program Manager to join SPAN's organization. In this role, you will lead the product development process by working closely with our Engineering, Product, and Revenue teams. You will ensure priorities are aligned across the company by collaborating directly with product managers, engineering managers, and revenue leaders.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and implement program strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Establish performance metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to track performance and communicate progress.
• Collaborate with TPMs across the organization to standardize reporting at the program and project levels.
• Analyze program and project data and trends to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous process optimization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including executives, program sponsors, and team members.
• Lead change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation and the adoption of new processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Develop and maintain program management methodologies, standards, and tools to drive consistency and efficiency across all programs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in technical project management for embedded device software development.
• Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Prior experience partnering with hardware teams to coordinate software schedules and manage projects alongside hardware product development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior experience in smart home, IoT, or renewable energy (solar and battery energy storage).
• Prior experience partnering with cloud services, and mobile teams to coordinate software schedules and manage projects alongside firmware/hardware product development.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and recommendations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• BS degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Benefits

Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage.
Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
Flexible hours and flexible time off