Senior Software Technical Program Manager

echo inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) matching

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Echo Neurotechnologies in San Francisco seeks a Sr Software TPM who blends deep technical acumen with strong leadership to drive programs across embedded devices, cloud infrastructure, and hardware. You will align multi-disciplinary teams, oversee deliverables, and engage engineers in technical discussions to solve problems and ensure reliable execution.

You will manage sprint plans, backlogs, and cross-functional workstreams, track risks, and communicate progress to stakeholders using Jira,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.
• 7+ years of technical program management experience.
• Experience running Agile/Hybrid workflows and leading sprint planning.
• Familiarity with SDLC standards and medical device software processes (IEC 62304, ISO 13485).

Responsibilities

• Drive planning, coordination, and execution of complex software and systems programs across embedded devices, cloud infrastructure, and hardware.
• Track development timelines for safety-critical systems and manage sprint plans/backlogs.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams and communicate progress, risks, and mitigations to stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

Agile/Hybrid

Cross-functional leadership

Embedded/cloud/HW

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Smartsheet

GitHub workflows

Job description

Company Overview

Echo Neurotechnologies is an exciting new startup in the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) space, driving innovation through advanced hardware engineering and AI solutions. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge technologies that restore autonomy to people living with disabilities and improve their quality of life.

Team Culture

Join a small, dedicated team of knowledgeable and motivated professionals. Our early-stage environment offers the opportunity to take ownership of broad decisions with significant and long-lasting impact. We emphasize continuous learning and growth, fostering cross-functional collaboration where your contributions are vital to our success.

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr Software TPM who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills to drive complex programs across embedded systems, hardware, and cloud infrastructure. This position requires a balance of organizational skills and technical understanding—the ability to keep multi-disciplinary teams aligned while actively engaging in technical discussions with engineers. You will use your program management skills to help the team problem-solve, track deliverables, and execute reliably.

Role Responsibilities

The Sr Software TPM is a leadership role responsible for driving the planning, coordination, and execution of complex software and systems programs across embedded devices, cloud infrastructure, and custom hardware. This position requires a unique balance of project management oversight and technical knowledge—the ability to lead software teams, along with cross-functional teams, while also engaging in technical discussions and planning with engineers.

• Drive execution for cross-functional software programs across embedded firmware (e.g., Rust), data pipelines (e.g., Python), and cloud platforms.
• Track development timelines for safety-critical and patient-facing Class III medical device systems.
• Develop and manage sprint plans, support backlog prioritization, and facilitate daily stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Coordinate workstreams across embedded, cloud, and systems integration teams.
• Collaborate closely with engineering leads to ensure technical alignment and on-time delivery.
• Serve as a key point of contact for program status, communicating progress, risks, and mitigations to core teams and stakeholders.
• Track velocity, monitor risks, identify interdependencies, and surface issues across multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain project plans, including schedules, risk logs, and resource tracking aligned with program objectives.
• Use Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence and related project tools to manage tasks, sprints, and progress tracking for team visibility.
• Identify program challenges and resource bottlenecks, working with teams to resolve issues and meet key milestones.
• Support alignment of architecture and integration decisions across embedded, cloud, and data systems with program goals.
• Promote best practices in code quality, documentation, and regulatory traceability across GitHub workflows and Jira.
• Leverage background in software engineering to engage in technical discussions with the engineering team.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field).
• 7+ years of technical program management experience, with a track record of driving software sprints and keeping engineering teams on track.
• Self-starter mindset with proven ability to run multi-track, cross-functional projects across software, cloud, and hardware integrations.
• Hands-on experience running Agile/Hybrid workflows, leading sprint planning, managing backlogs, and maintaining daily momentum.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet) to build trackers, dashboards, and maintain execution visibility.
• Familiarity with GitHub workflows and DevOps/CI-CD pipelines to align with software development cycles.
• Familiarity with SDLC standards and medical device software processes (e.g., IEC 62304, ISO 13485, design controls).
• Strong relationship-building skills to collaborate effectively, resolve blockers, and align distributed or multi-disciplinary teams

Other Qualifications

• Knowledge in electromechanical systems, and/or neuromodulation devices.
• Proactive, action-oriented mindset with a focus on follow-through and delivering results.
• Track record of driving technical projects to completion under tight timelines.
• Strong self-starter with active listening skills and the initiative to keep teams moving forward.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills across technical and cross-functional teams.
• Solid analytical abilities and practical problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to navigate team changes, resolve blockers, and collaborate constructively to align priorities.

$180,000 - $210,000 USD

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work on exciting, cutting-edge projects to transform patients’ lives in a highly collaborative work environment.

• Competitive compensation, including stock options.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• 401(k) program with matching contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Echo Neurotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Confidentiality

All applications will be treated confidentially. Applicants may be asked to sign an NDA after the initial stages of the interview process.