Robotics Project Lead (Hybrid): Beta Testing & Coordination

Planet Group; Needham (MA); Hybrid; USD 4,959,000 - 6,612,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group is seeking a Robotics Project Manager for Needham, MA. This hybrid, full-time 9-month contract role supports the robotics team in firmware release coordination, beta testing operations, and program data analysis. You will translate technical requirements into plans and coordinate IT/software/hardware teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, has a can-do mindset, and can connect dots across systems, teams, and timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, testing operations, or technical support preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
• Jira and Confluence experience preferred.
• Mandarin fluency preferred.
• Hands-on approach with a strong willingness to learn and proactive follow-through.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage changing priorities, and confidently handle challenging conversations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple interconnected workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate beta testing operations, including tester communications, surveys, feedback review, parts, replacements, and returns.
• Track project timelines, milestones, dependencies, and follow-up actions.
• Maintain Jira tickets and project documentation, coordinate issue triage, and track issues through resolution.
• Communicate with external testers and internal teams, including Product Development, Hardware, Firmware, Software, QA, and Logistics.
• Maintain project trackers and prepare clear program updates highlighting progress, risks, and blockers.
• Support firmware release coordination and program data analysis.
• Ensure programs are structured, tracked, and executed effectively across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Excel

Jira

Confluence

Mandarin fluency

Ambiguity management

Attention to detail

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Planet Group is seeking a Robotics Project Manager for Needham, MA. This hybrid, full-time 9-month contract role supports the robotics team in firmware release coordination, beta testing operations, and program data analysis. You will translate technical requirements into plans and coordinate IT/software/hardware teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, has a can-do mindset, and can connect dots across systems, teams, and timelines.