Robotics Project Manager

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

JOB TITLE:Robotics Project Manager
LOCATION: Needham, MA Hybrid
9 months
$42Pay Rate

Position Overview

The Technical Project Manager will support the Robotics team in firmware release coordination, beta testing operations, and program data analysis. This role focuses on driving alignment, tracking execution, and ensuring visibility across interconnected workstreams in a fast-paced, global environment.

You will partner with engineering, quality, product, and operations teams to translate technical requirements into actionable plans, maintain program structure, and enable teams to deliver on time. You will also organize tester feedback, coordinate issue follow-up, and turn technical and testing data into clear, actionable updates.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong "can-do" mindset, thrive in ambiguity, and enjoy connecting the dots across systems, teams, and timelines.

The primary focus of this contract position will be beta testing operations and project coordination, supporting both new product development and ongoing product improvements.

Key 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.

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.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-time Contract

• Schedule: 40 hours per week

• Location: Needham, MA

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid - Minimum 3 days onsite per week