Senior Staff Technical Program Manager (R6267)

Shield; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead the Hivemind Enterprise software releases and coordinate a cross-functional team of engineers, product managers and designers. You will drive on-time, on-quality delivery of complex software and HW/SW integrations for unmanned systems and mission applications.

You have a background in software engineering or engineering management with 8+ years, strong communication, and a proven ability to prioritize tradeoffs using cost-benefit analysis.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in program management, engineering management, or software engineering.
• Experience releasing complex software and integrated HW/SW systems.
• Proven track record of delivering results with cost-benefit analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver complex software releases for Hivemind Enterprise.
• Lead cross-functional teams including engineering, product and design.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines and resource allocation.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication and drive process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Software development lifecycle

Problem solving

Cost-benefit analysis

Dynamic environment adaptability

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Advanced degree in Computer Science

MBA

Tools

Jira

Job description

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BATaircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:

As Technical Program Manager you will be responsible for key components of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit that enables both Shield AI and third parties to create a new generation of unmanned systems and mission applications that deliver transformative capabilities for the U.S. and its allies. You will work with sponsors, product managers, designers and a talented cross-functional engineering team to lead on-time, on-quality software releases.

What you'll do:

• Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software releases for the Hivemind Enterprise platform
• Drive major initiatives building out command and control interfaces for autonomous systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, design and customer engagement
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion
• Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, challenges, and accomplishments
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methodologies
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management team
• Facilitate technical decision making to appropriately prioritize work and make complex trades
• Reinforce Shield AI's reputation for technical excellence and ability to deliver through expert engagement and disciplined execution

Required qualifications:

• B.S. in Computer Science, or a related field with 8+ years of work experience in Program Management, Engineering Management or Software Engineering; alternative degrees are acceptable if professional experience is focused in testing Enterprise Software, Artificial Intelligence, or Robotics
• Experience driving releases of complex software and integrated HW/SW systems
• You have a track record of driving results, not just providing status
• You have solid technical foundations in software development, with deep knowledge of how to optimize the software development lifecycle
• You have the ability to recognize efficiency and inefficiency in projects and prioritize remedies based on accurate cost-benefit analysis
• You are an exceptional, fundamentals-driven problem solver and communicator
• You have a demonstrated record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments, working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Power user of Jira or work management tools

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or MBA
• Previous experience as a software developer or a test engineer
• Previous experience driving software releases for enterprise software used by software engineers
• Passionate about User Experience Design
• Aviation domain experience
• Autonomy, AI, ML expertise
• PMP, Scrum Master, or similar qualifications

$180,000 - $270,000 a year

Full-time regular employee offer package:

• Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

• Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed toequal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.