Technical Program Manager, Software

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive cross-functional planning and execution for our Software programs. In this role, you will work closely with engineering leaders across software, hardware, science, and product to coordinate efforts from early concept through delivery to launch. You will develop schedules and milestones, uncover gaps, flag risks, support resource planning, and ensure clear communication across stakeholders. This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Roadmapping: Define objectives, scope, milestones, and success criteria in collaboration with engineering and product stakeholders.
• Scheduling & Execution Management: Build and maintain project timelines, track dependencies, monitor progress, and adjust plans as priorities shift.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify risks early, coordinate mitigation plans, surface blockers, and drive timely resolution.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitate collaboration across software, hardware, science, and product teams, ensuring aligned deliverables and clear handoffs.
• Communication & Reporting: Provide concise, actionable updates to stakeholders and leadership on progress, changes, risks, and decisions.
• Process & Continuous Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in workflows, propose improvements, and help implement better practices and tools.
• Resource & Capacity Planning: Assist in forecasting resource needs, tracking capacity, and supporting prioritization and staffing decisions.
• Release Planning & Readiness: Coordinate software releases, track readiness criteria, and communicate expectations to impacted teams.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience as a software engineer or in a similar technical role.
• 3+ years of experience managing or coordinating software development projects.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and optimize software project management processes.
• Strong technical background with knowledge of software development methods, tools, and infrastructure.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience leading cross-functional planning, scheduling, and risk management across multiple teams.
• Results-oriented mindset with a bias toward clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Excited to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

Skills

• Experience in aerospace, robotics, logistics, or other domains with real-time high-reliability software development requirements (nice to have).
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, architecture proposals, or requirements specifications (nice to have).
• Comfort with Jira, Confluence, and other productivity tools (nice to have).
• Exposure to OKR or goal-setting frameworks, and alignment of program priorities with company objectives (nice to have).
• Ability to work effectively in distributed team environments (nice to have).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Short & long-term disability and life insurance.
• Three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays.
• Unlimited sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Equity compensation.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $165,000 - $188,000, plus a competitive equity grant. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.

About the Company

Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.

This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee, or asylee.