Senior Technical Program Manager II
Lead complex software engineering programs at Carbon to advance additive manufacturing technology. Requires 5+ years TPM experience in software delivery, strong communication, and familiarity with Agile, SDLC tools, and AI.
About the job
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate complex software development programs
- Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans
- Track project progress, milestones, budgets, and dependencies
- Manage key vendor relationships
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks in the development of our products and services
- Facilitate effective communication within and between teams, escalating issues when necessary
- Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders on key initiatives
- Drive technical decision-making processes and help teams reach consensus
- Help define and participate in the rhythms and processes of our software team (stand-ups, planning sessions, backlog groomings, on-call practices, deployment cycles, etc)
- Partner with Product Management and Engineering Managers to lead software team structures, cadences, and culture
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in technical program management in the context of software delivery
- Fluency in typical software development workflows (e.g. Agile) and key lifecycles (e.g. release management)
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge gaps across various disciplines and perspectives
- Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Deep experience in software development lifecycles
- Experience with common project management and software development tools (e.g., Jira, Google Drive, Confluence, GitHub, etc.)
- Experience adopting AI for appropriate tasks (we use Claude)
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience in 3D printing technologies specifically or manufacturing generally
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and or manufacturing-focused Quality Management Systems
- Experience shipping software to physical devices (in addition to cloud-based software deployments)
Key Competencies
- Independence: Ability to work autonomously and make decisions with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
- Task Management: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, crucial for managing complex product development cycles
- Clear Communication: Articulate complex ideas and concerns effectively to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives and customers
- Technical Depth: Strong technical acumen to understand and represent engineering challenges
- Leadership: Influence and motivate cross-functional teams without direct authority, fostering a culture of innovation
- Adaptability: Thrive in Carbon's dynamic environment, quickly adjusting to new technological developments and market demands
Compensation
The compensation bracket for this position is $182,400 - $273,600 per year. We aim to hire new employees near the midpoint of $228,000, taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role. Your actual salary will be based on your experience, work location, certifications and the unique skills you bring to the role. Carbon also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs.
Skills
Technical Program Management, Agile, Release Management, Jira, Confluence, GitHub, Ai Adoption, Software Development Lifecycle, Project Planning, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communication
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