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Parallel SystemsParallel SystemsLos Angeles, CA

Technical Program Manager

Lead technical programs for autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles, managing integrated schedules, cross-functional coordination across hardware, firmware, and software teams, risk tracking, and delivery of complex integrated systems in a fast-paced startup.

176k – 220k/yr
On-site5+ YOETechnical Program Management

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the integrated master schedule (IMS) for hardware, software, and product deliveries
  • Coordinate timelines, priorities, and deliverables across hardware, firmware, and software teams for current and next generation platforms
  • Track milestones, manage risks, and drive resolution on blockers
  • Ensure alignment on requirements between engineering, product, and customer teams
  • Facilitate regular syncs, status reporting, and planning sessions
  • Create and maintain documentation to support clear visibility and execution
  • Support development and integration of new vehicle generations, enterprise software upgrades, and firmware iterations

What Success Looks Like

After 30 Days: Ramped up on development processes, tools, and teams. Own and maintain the cross-functional IMS. Manage active programs and create an execution dashboard with forward-looking timelines.

After 60 Days: Drive weekly program updates across hardware, software, and firmware teams. Surface cross-functional risks and push clarity on critical path items. Lead coordination on at least one major cross-functional release with post-mortem process. Introduce process improvements for visibility and delivery speed.

After 90 Days: Recognized as go-to partner for program planning and execution. Identify and mitigate future risks on critical path items.

Basic Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in technical program management or engineering program roles
  • Strong technical background with experience working closely with hardware and software teams
  • Proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional programs on time and on budget
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills
  • Experience with Jira, Confluence, and program tracking tools
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity in a high-growth startup environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in transportation, robotics, or hardware/software integrated systems
  • Familiarity with product development lifecycles or NPI processes
  • Experience working with enterprise software platforms or freight industry tools

Skills

Technical Program ManagementJiraConfluencehardware developmentSoftware DevelopmentfirmwareRisk Managementintegrated master scheduleCross-Functional Coordination
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