Technical Project Manager

83zero Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology start-up is seeking a Technical Project Manager in Oxford to lead projects in hardware and software development. This role involves managing the full project lifecycle, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and fostering supplier relationships. Candidates should have strong project management skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly. Join a dynamic work environment that prioritizes innovation and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for collaboration

Supportive culture for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in project leadership for hardware and software development.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and risks effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills with engineers and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project lifecycle from research to delivery.
• Coordinate with teams to meet technical and business goals.
• Build relationships with suppliers to ensure quality.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Supplier management

Technical communication

Job description

Location: Oxford (Hybrid)

We're tackling some of the most exciting and complex challenges in computing and cybersecurity. As a growing start-up spun out of the University of Oxford in 2019, we're passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology. We're looking for a Technical Project Manager (PM) to join our team and help us drive innovation in hardware, firmware, and software development.

You will be working in a fast-paced, rapidly growing start-up environment with a friendly, supportive, and ambitious team. We value creativity, independent thinking, reliability, proactivity, and a strong "get-things-done" attitude. We are seeking someone who learns quickly, takes ownership, understands hardware product development, and can successfully juggle multiple priorities. This role offers the chance to make a direct impact in a highly innovative field.

What you will do:

Project leadership: Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for hardware (electronics, photonics, optoelectronics, chips), firmware, and software deliveries - from early-stage research through to delivery and validation.

Cross-functional coordination: Work closely with engineers, researchers, and other teams to plan, coordinate, and execute project milestones, ensuring alignment with both technical and business objectives.

Supplier & vendor management: Build strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality manufacturing processes, maintain supply chain reliability, and meet operational excellence standards.

Risk management: Identify and mitigate risks, manage budgets, timelines, and scope, ensuring projects are completed on time and within specifications.

Communication: Serve as the key technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Translate complex technical concepts clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Innovation, product roadmap & strategy: Collaborate with leadership to define project and product roadmaps, contributing to strategic planning and the development of next-generation technologies.

Continuous improvement: Drive the evolution of project management processes by introducing best practices to optimize efficiency, quality, and team performance.

What you will get:

• A flexible, dynamic work environment that fosters innovation, ownership, and autonomy
• Opportunities to collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team of world-class engineers and researchers
• The chance to work on groundbreaking projects with real-world impact
• A supportive, growth-oriented culture that prioritizes your personal development and career advancement