Technical Program Manager

Motive

. Lead end-to-end planning and execution for complex, cross-functional technical programs .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex, cross-functional technical programs, with a strong focus on program planning, risk mitigation, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing program management tools to track milestones and dependencies while ensuring alignment across diverse teams.

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Technical Program ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationRisk MitigationProgram PlanningCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningRisk MitigationDependency ManagementProduct Development ProcessesTechnical Tradeoff Analysis

Soft Skills

Consensus BuildingDecision MakingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Program Management ToolsStructured Operating Mechanisms

Industry Keywords

Engineering OperationsProduct DevelopmentU.S. Export Administration Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end planning and execution for complex, cross-functional technical programs
Partner with hardware, firmware, software, product, operations, quality, supply chain, and external teams to align priorities and drive execution
Establish program plans, milestones, dependencies, deliverables, decision points, and success measures
Drive phase-gate reviews, launch-readiness assessments, and go/no-go decisions
Identify technical, operational, and schedule risks and develop mitigation plans with program stakeholders
Translate complex technical discussions into clear decisions, actions, tradeoffs, and escalation paths
Communicate program status, risks, dependencies, and recommendations to team members and leadership
Improve cross-functional development processes, operating mechanisms, and program management practices
Report to the Manager, Technical Program Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience in technical program management, engineering operations, product development, or a related field
Experience leading complex, cross-functional technical programs involving multiple engineering disciplines and partner teams
Strong understanding of program planning, dependency management, risk mitigation, launch readiness, and product development processes
Ability to understand technical tradeoffs and use structured analysis to guide decisions without owning the underlying engineering design
Demonstrated success building consensus and driving execution across teams with competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting recommendations and status updates to leadership
Experience with program management tools and structured operating mechanisms for tracking milestones, owners, risks, dependencies, and decisions
Must be authorized to receive and access commodities and technologies controlled under U.S. Export Administration Regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, pharmacy, optical, and dental care benefits
Paid time off
Sick time off
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
401(k) contribution
Restricted stock units may be included in total compensation for certain roles
Some interviews or new-hire training sessions may be held in person at a global office