Senior Technical Program Manager (Software)

United States Digital Space LLC; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 182,000 - 274,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager to drive complex software engineering programs in additive manufacturing. The role focuses on delivering high-impact initiatives by coordinating software teams, planning, tracking milestones and budgets, and managing vendor relationships.

You will partner with Product Management and Engineering to shape team cadences, drive technical decisions, and ensure delivery excellence in a hybrid Sunnyvale, CA

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical program management within software delivery.
• Fluency in Agile and software lifecycles, including release management.
• Proven track record delivering complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex software development programs.
• Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans.
• Track progress, milestones, budgets, and dependencies.
• Manage key vendor relationships and risks.
• Facilitate communication across teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Agile

Cross-functional

Communication

Technical depth

Leadership

Jira

Confluence

GitHub

Vendor management

AI tooling

Tools

Jira

Confluence

GitHub

Google Drive

Job description

At the company, our mission goes beyond 3D printing. We are enabling creators everywhere to make what the world needs, right now. Our company is built on the idea that diverse fields of study must come together to solve intractable problems. We have grand ambitions to create technology that will influence industry around the world. You will be joining a diverse team with a vibrant culture, where team success is as important as celebrating individual contributions.

Help us change the world and we will help you change yours.

At the company, we are revolutionizing manufacturing. We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive complex software engineering projects that push the boundaries of additive manufacturing. In this role, you'll work closely with our software engineering team to ensure the effective delivery of high-impact technical initiatives that advance our mission.

This role will be located at our Sunnyvale, CA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex software development programs

• Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans

• Track project progress, milestones, budgets, and dependencies

• Manage key vendor relationships

• Proactively identify and mitigate risks in the development of our products and services

• Facilitate effective communication within and between teams, escalating issues when necessary

• Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders on key initiatives

• Drive technical decision-making processes and help teams reach consensus

• Help define and participate in the rhythms and processes of our software team (stand-ups, planning sessions, backlog groomings, on-call practices, deployment cycles, etc)

• Partner with Product Management and Engineering Managers to lead software team structures, cadences, and culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical program management in the context of software delivery

• Fluency in typical software development workflows (e.g. Agile) and key lifecycles (e.g. release management)

• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge gaps across various disciplines and perspectives

• Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Deep experience in software development lifecycles

• Experience with common project management and software development tools (e.g., Jira, Google Drive, Confluence, GitHub, etc.)

• Experience adopting AI for appropriate tasks (we use Claude)

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience in 3D printing technologies specifically or manufacturing generally

• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and or manufacturing-focused Quality Management Systems

• Experience shipping software to physical devices (in addition to cloud-based software deployments)

Key Competencies

• Independence: Ability to work autonomously and make decisions with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

• Task Management: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, crucial for managing complex product development cycles

• Clear Communication: Articulate complex ideas and concerns effectively to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives and customers

• Technical Depth: Strong technical acumen to understand and represent engineering challenges

• Leadership: Influence and motivate cross-functional teams without direct authority, fostering a culture of innovation

• Adaptability: Thrive in the company's dynamic environment, quickly adjusting to new technological developments and market demands

Our Technical Program Managers play a crucial role in driving innovation and delivering groundbreaking additive manufacturing solutions. If you're passionate about additive manufacturing and have a talent for guiding complex, multidisciplinary projects to completion, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in reimagining how the world designs, engineers, manufactures, and delivers products using new and novel technology!

*You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at the company, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.*

At the company, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation. The compensation bracket for this position is $182,400 - $273,600 per year. In order to maintain equitable internal pay practices, we aim to hire new employees near the midpoint of $228,000, taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role.

Your actual salary will be based on your experience, work location, certifications and the unique skills you bring to the role. If you are not based in our Sunnyvale office, the range above will be adjusted for the geographical differential associated with your actual work location.

the company also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs.

*For more information on how we modify your pay based on your location, please refer to ourgeographic differentials chart. For details on our total rewards package, visithttps://www.carbon3d.com/about/life-at-the company**.*

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