Senior Project Manager

Stafl Systems; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with employer match

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible leave options

Professional development budget

Job summary

Stafl Systems in South San Francisco seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead execution on battery and powertrain technologies. This role requires managing projects across engineering and collaborating with clients and suppliers to ensure scope and schedule alignment.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in managing technical hardware programs. You will be responsible for driving project success through effective communication and meticulous planning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing complex technical programs.
• Experience managing cross-functional hardware development programs.
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional programs from kickoff through delivery.
• Develop and manage integrated project schedules and resource plans.
• Drive execution of battery system development programs.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional team leadership

Technical communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Smartsheet

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to join Stafl Systems and lead the execution of projects for next-generation battery and powertrain technologies for mobility and consumer product applications.

The person in this role will be the liaison between mechanical, electrical, systems, and software engineering teams — keeping scope, schedule, and budget aligned while working directly with clients, suppliers, and contract manufacturers (CMs).

The ideal candidate has a proven track record managing technical hardware programs in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, can speak fluently with engineers and executives alike, and thrives on bringing order and momentum to rapidly evolving projects.

What You'll Do

• Lead cross-functional programs across engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, and customer teams from kickoff through delivery
• Develop and manage integrated project schedules, milestones, dependencies, and resource plans
• Drive execution of battery system development programs including design, prototyping, testing, validation, and production readiness activities
• Partner with engineering leads to identify technical risks, establish mitigation plans, and resolve program blockers
• Manage customer-facing program communication including status updates, action items, risks, and delivery commitments
• Facilitate program reviews, design reviews, build readiness reviews, and executive updates
• Track program health metrics including schedule performance, budget, resource allocation, risks, and deliverables
• Support change management activities including scope changes, schedule impacts, and technical tradeoffs
• Coordinate prototype builds and validation activities with internal teams and external partners
• Help scale program management practices as Stafl Systems continues to grow

Qualifications You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related technical field
• 5+ years of experience managing complex technical programs or product development projects
• Experience managing cross-functional hardware development programs from concept through production
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle, including design, validation, manufacturing, and launch activities
• Highly organized and resourceful, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ownership of program outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to engineers, customers, and leadership
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and business teams

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience working with batteries, electric vehicles, or energy storage systems
• Experience managing New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
• Experience supporting prototype builds, qualification testing, and production ramp activities
• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar project management platforms
• Technical curiosity and ability to understand complex engineering challenges
• Experience building scalable program management processes in a high-growth company environment

Benefits & Compensation

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary, sign‑on bonus, plus an equity award.
• 401(k) Plan: Employer match up to 5% to help contribute to your future.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, with 99% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiums covered by the company.
• Paid Parental Leave: Fully paid leave to support your growing family.

Time Off

• Vacation & Sick Leave: Accrued vacation and sick leave.
• Company Holidays: Paid holidays in accordance with the company schedule.
• Flexible Leave: Unpaid personal leave options available when needed.

We provide programs and experiences that foster connection, growth, and a supportive workplace culture.

• PTO Nomination Program: Recognize and reward your teammates with additional time off.
• Bereavement Leave: 1 week fully paid.
• Jury Duty Leave: Up to 1 week fully paid.

Growth & Safety

• Professional Development: Annual training budget to support your career growth.
• Safety Shoe Stipend: Company-provided support for required safety gear.

Office Life & Culture

• Collaborative Environment: We operate primarily on‑site to foster fast‑paced collaboration and execution. Hybrid flexibility may be available after an introductory period, depending on business needs.
• Team Outing Program: Department events including a half‑day off and a company‑sponsored allowance.
• Social Calendar: Weekly, monthly, and seasonal team‑building events.
• Fuel Your Day: Regular catered team lunches plus a kitchen fully stocked with snacks and beverages daily.
• Travel & Charging: Uber Business access, free on‑site EV charging, and more.

The salary range represents the expected base salary for this role. The actual offer will be based on a variety of factors, including knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience. In addition to base salary, full‑time employees are eligible for equity/bonus programs and a comprehensive benefits package.

About Stafl Systems

Battery Technology Solutions for a Clean Energy Future
Stafl Systems is dedicated to advancing all applications of lithium‑ion battery technology to achieve a clean energy future. Since 2010, we’ve partnered with industry leaders to push the boundaries of innovation across electric vehicles, aviation, marine and consumer products. Our team brings proven engineering expertise across technical consulting, rapid product development, in‑house prototype fabrication and battery pack manufacturing to solve some of the most complex challenges in today’s cleantech industry.

The pay range for this role is:

130,000 - 165,000 USD per year (South San Francisco)