Beta Program Manager

HP

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 98,000 - 142,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous paid time off
Parental leave
11 paid holidays
Flexible paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

HP is seeking a Beta Program Manager to drive Alpha/Beta programs by preparing pre-release hardware and software, coordinating global beta shipments, and providing first-level support to test participants.

You will work with Engineering, Product Management, and Program Management to deliver a reliable testing experience and maintain accurate beta asset inventory throughout the programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience preferred.
  • Experience in hardware/software troubleshooting, technical support, or customer-facing roles is a plus.
  • Ability to manage shifting schedules and time demands.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills for tracking multiple programs.
  • Ability to learn new systems and tools quickly.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare pre-GA hardware and software for alpha and beta deployment.
  • Validate baseline functionality prior to deployment to test participants.
  • Coordinate shipments of beta devices to customers globally.
  • Provide first-level support to beta participants during testing.
  • Troubleshoot firmware, connectivity, configuration, and resets.
  • Collect diagnostics and document issues with clear steps for escalation.
  • Maintain beta inventory and asset records across programs.
  • Coordinate return and recovery of beta hardware at program end.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting
Technical support
Customer-facing
Time management
Written & verbal communication
Organization
Learning new systems
Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Centercode

Job description

Beta Program Manager

Description -

We are seeking a Beta Program Manager to support the execution of Alpha and Beta programs within the Collaboration Solutions business unit. In this role, you will prepare pre-release hardware and software for deployment, coordinate shipments to beta customers worldwide, provide first-level support to test participants, and maintain accurate inventory of beta assets.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about technology and eager to build a career in product delivery. You will work closely with Engineering, Product Management, and Program Management to ensure beta customers receive a reliable and well-supported testing experience.

Responsibilities
Device Preparation & Setup
  • Install, configure, and upgrade pre-GA hardware and software for alpha and beta use
  • Validate baseline functionality prior to deployment to test participants
  • Partner with engineering teams to understand build requirements and device readiness criteria
User Support & Issue Triage
  • Provide first-level support to beta participants during active testing
  • Troubleshoot common issues including firmware installation, connectivity, device configuration, and factory resets
  • Collect diagnostic logs and document issues with clear, reproducible steps for escalation to engineering
  • Ensure issue reports in the beta platform contain all required information before routing to Product or Engineering teams
Shipping & Deployment Coordination
  • Coordinate global shipment of beta devices to customers in alignment with program timelines
  • Track deliveries and resolve shipping exceptions
  • Partner with internal logistics resources to ensure timely and accurate delivery
Inventory & Asset Management
  • Maintain accurate records of all beta devices, assignments, and current status
  • Track allocation across active programs and ensure hardware availability
  • Reconcile inventory at program milestones and flag discrepancies
Device Recovery & Program Closeout
  • Coordinate return and recovery of beta hardware following program completion
  • Ensure devices are reset, inspected, and returned to available inventory
  • Support program closeout activities including final inventory reconciliation
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience preferred
  • Previous experience with hardware/software troubleshooting, technical support, or customer-facing roles is a plus
  • Ability to adjust to constantly shifting schedules and time demands
  • High level of written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to track and support multiple programs concurrently
  • Proficient with modern technology; able to learn new systems and tools quickly
Required Competencies
  • Curious and self-directed learner with a genuine interest in technology and product development
  • Creative problem-solver who adapts to the unpredictable nature of new product development
  • Customer-oriented with a consistently friendly and helpful demeanor
  • Detail-oriented with strong execution discipline
  • Collaborative team member who also works effectively with minimal supervision
  • Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred
  • Familiarity with beta program management platforms (e.g., Centercode)
  • Familiarity with Unified Communications technologies such as video codecs, VoIP, enterprise headsets, and software (Teams, Zoom)
  • Familiarity with project management and issue tracking tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Smartsheet
  • Previous pre-release or beta testing experience
  • Familiarity on leveraging AI technologies for problem solving.
Compensation and Benefits

The pay range for this role is$98,050.00 -142,150.00USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Long term/short term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Generous time off policies, including;
  • 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Long term/short term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Generous time off policies, including;
  • 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Job -

Engineering

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (United States of America)

Travel -
Relocation -
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal”

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