Sr. Firmware Technical Program Manager

SPAN; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation + equity grants

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Flexible hours and flexible time off

Job summary

SPAN is looking for a passionate Senior Technical Program Manager in San Francisco to lead product development efforts. You will collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Revenue teams to ensure alignment across the organization.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in technical project management for embedded software. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with a strong company culture focused on teamwork and diversity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical project management for embedded device software development.
• Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and implement program strategies to align with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with TPMs to standardize reporting at program and project levels.
• Analyze program data to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Technical project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

BS degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Project management methodologies and tools

Job description

The Role

We're looking for a passionate Senior Technical Program Manager to join SPAN's organization. In this role, you will lead the product development process by working closely with our Engineering, Product, and Revenue teams. You will ensure priorities are aligned across the company by collaborating directly with product managers, engineering managers, and revenue leaders.

Core Responsibilities

• Enhance and implement program strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Establish performance metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to track performance and communicate progress.
• Collaborate with TPMs across the organization to standardize reporting at the program and project levels.
• Analyze program and project data and trends to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous process optimization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including executives, program sponsors, and team members.
• Lead change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation and the adoption of new processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Work closely with program teams to develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Define and maintain program management methodologies, standards, and tools to drive consistency and efficiency across all programs.

About You

We are seeking a technical program manager who meets the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical project management for embedded device software development.
• Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Prior experience partnering with hardware teams to coordinate software schedules and manage projects alongside hardware product development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior experience in smart home, IoT, or renewable energy (solar and battery energy storage).
• Prior experience partnering with cloud services, and mobile teams to coordinate software schedules and manage projects alongside firmware/hardware product development.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and recommendations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• BS degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Perks

• Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well‑funded, venture‑backed company.
• Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to 24 weeks depending on eligibility.
• Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit.
• Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, recognition breakfasts, lunches, and learning sessions.
• Flexible hours and flexible time off.

About SPAN

Headquartered in San Francisco’s vibrant SoMa neighborhood, we are an eclectic group of creative thinkers who value open communication, teamwork, and a ‘make it happen’ approach to addressing complex challenges.

SPAN embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

We’re hiring talented individuals who are driven by success and are passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy.