Program Manager
ConnectDER
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Qualifications
- 5-7 years leading product development in a fast-paced environment.
- History of managing cross-functional teams from idea to launch.
- Comfortable with agile and waterfall methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
- Drive New Technology Introduction (NTI) efforts.
- Communicate program status and risks to stakeholders.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
ConnectDER (www.ConnectDER.com) represents the next generation in US-based resource technology product development. Our signature product, the ConnectDER Meter Socket Adapter, dramatically cuts down the cost and interconnection time for solar energy, EV charging, and home battery storage, putting clean, resilient power within reach of millions of homeowners. With a pipeline of exciting innovations, we’re only just getting started on our journey to transform how the world makes and consumes its energy.
We are a dynamic, venture-backed company based in Philadelphia, PA, near Center City, with a team of over 50 dedicated professionals working in remote, hybrid, and on‑site roles across the United States. As we continue to grow, we are committed to developing cutting‑edge products that empower technology partners, installers, electricians, and their customers. We seek talented individuals who can deliver high‑quality service and drive the value of clean energy resources forward.
Our culture is collaborative, transparent, and team‑oriented. We value open communication and people who bring thoughtful perspectives to the table. If you're looking for an opportunity to stretch your skills, get creative, and be a part of something new and meaningful, ConnectDER is the place for you!
- Health insurance plan – we cover 75% for employees, spouses, and children.
- Flexible paid time off – take the time off that you need.
- 401K with company match – we want to help you meet your future financial goals.
- Equity stock options – your opportunity to share in the success of the company.
We’re looking for a Program Manager to help power how innovation happens at ConnectDER.
In this role, you’ll lead the development and launch of new products while building the systems, tools, and processes that keep us operating at a best‑in‑class level. You’ll sit at the center of ideation, technology development, and portfolio strategy. You will connect ideas to execution and help the organization scale what works.
This is a highly impactful role for a strategic, technically minded leader who can navigate complexity, drive change, and bring people together to turn vision into reality.
- Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) programs end‑to‑end, ensuring alignment to governance, timelines, cost targets, and best practices.
- Drive New Technology Introduction (NTI) efforts to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies into future products.
- Partner with Product Management to define requirements and ensure alignment with market needs, cost targets, and timelines.
- Lead stage gate reviews and participate in design reviews with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
- Own and optimize the Arena PLM ecosystem, including process design, governance, and user training.
- Oversee sustaining engineering and change management, ensuring a closed‑loop system for requests and implementation.
- Drive continuous improvement by refining development processes, tools, and workflows.
- Capture lessons learned and lead post‑mortems to strengthen future execution.
- Coordinate cross‑functional development and validation activities, including prototyping, testing, and certification.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure timely procurement and management of prototype materials.
- Support commercialization efforts during product launches in partnership with go‑to‑market teams.
- Communicate program status, risks, and trade‑offs clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
- Provide program management guidance to cross‑functional teams to support broader organizational initiatives.
- Identify and resolve project risks, conflicts, and resource constraints.
- Lead and influence cross‑functional teams within a matrixed organization.
- Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and partners.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This is a full‑time hybrid position requiring 3 days on‑site at our Philadelphia office and up to 10% travel.
$105,000 – $115,000 annually, plus bonus and equity.
- Get up to speed on our current systems and frameworks.
- Take full ownership of Arena PLM.
- Lead and successfully execute key NPI programs.
- Begin identifying and implementing process improvements.
- 5 – 7 years leading and managing ideation, technology and product development in a fast‑paced engineering environment.
- History of successfully leading product development teams and activities from idea‑to‑launch.
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to associate with all levels in the organization.
- Proven success in establishing key performance indicators, metrics, and focus to drive product development best practices.
- Advanced negotiation, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills (presentation, written and oral) with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management.
- Comfort in operating in both agile and waterfall project methodologies, for both software and hardware development projects.
- Experience using project management software (e.g. ClickUp, Microsoft Project, etc).
- Advanced degree in a technical or business discipline.
- Experience delivering solutions in the solar, renewable, and/or distributed energy Resource (DER) industry.
- Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement process experience.
- Advanced knowledge of innovation tools (Roadmunk, ClickUp, PLM systems, PowerBI, etc).
- Proactive and highly organized with strong follow‑through.
- Comfortable with rapid change.
- Curious and eager to learn, even outside your experience.
- Emotionally intelligent and able to tailor your message to your audience.
- Willing to take risks and bring solutions.
If you’re someone who sees ambiguity as an opportunity, not a blocker, you’ll do well here.
Work Environment/Physical Demands: Must have the ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time with or without accommodation.
US Salary Range: $105,000 – $115,000 USD
At ConnectDER, we believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification—great talent comes in many forms.
ConnectDER is committed to developing a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation during the application and interview process, please email us at careers@connectder.com and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background screening and a reference check. All your information will be kept confidential according to all applicable guidelines.
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