Senior TPM - AR/VR Optics & Display Systems

Meta; Redmond (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta Reality Labs in Redmond, WA is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional hardware and software initiatives in display, optics, and photonics. You will shepherd end-to-end plans across research, engineering, and user experience to ensure on-time delivery.

You will mentor TPMs, manage external partnerships, and communicate plans and risks to stakeholders and executives while applying AI-driven workflow optimizations and quantitative risk analyses.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 5+ years leading hardware/software initiatives as TPM or engineering manager.
• Technical fluency in optical systems, near-eye displays, lasers, photonics.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams through hardware/software lifecycles.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive timely decisions.
• Proven track record shipping 0–1 prototypes/products from inception to delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience integrating AI tools to optimize workflows.
• Applied quantitative methods to prioritize program risks.
• Experience implementing responsible AI practices.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously develop and lead complex cross-functional program plans (milestones, schedules, staffing plans) in a large matrix organization spanning research, engineering (optics, display, hardware + software), architects, and user experience
• Structure new programs and projects, develop end-to-end execution plans for on-time delivery across Display Systems Research and XFN teams
• Collaboratively build and actualize technical roadmaps for display and optical architectures, proactively identifying technical dependencies, constraints, and risks with mitigation strategies, align on priorities, and chart the execution path for delivery
• Drive programs that span the full research-to-product pipeline: optical design and simulation, prototype build, lab characterization and metrology, and perceptual/human-factors validation
• Manage external partnerships and supply-chain engagements with optics, display panel, laser, and photonics vendors, including custom component development, NRE schedules, and prototype build plans
• Drive conversations with XFN partner teams for alignment and delivery in an independent manner
• Ongoing communication of planning, program status, issues and risks in a timely fashion to stakeholders. Distill complex topics and updates into clear and concise communications to program stakeholders and executive management
• Mentor other TPMs by providing guidance on program management approaches, stakeholder engagement strategies, and domain-specific problem solving
• Partner with lab operations and safety teams on laser safety, optical lab infrastructure, and test/measurement capability planning

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Optical engineering

AI tooling integration

Communication

Project planning

Ambiguity navigation

Mentorship

Education

B.S. in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical/Mechanical Eng, CS

Job description

Meta Reality Labs in Redmond, WA is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional hardware and software initiatives in display, optics, and photonics. You will shepherd end-to-end plans across research, engineering, and user experience to ensure on-time delivery.

You will mentor TPMs, manage external partnerships, and communicate plans and risks to stakeholders and executives while applying AI-driven workflow optimizations and quantitative risk analyses.