Sr. Technical Program Manager

Bloom Energy; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 155,800 - 224,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard company benefits

Job summary

Bloom Energy is looking for an experienced Program Manager in San Jose, California, to manage key programs essential for achieving business objectives. The role requires over 10 years of technical program management experience, preferably in the energy sector, and proven skills in leading cross-functional teams.

Applicants should have a strong background in budget management and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a salary range of $155,800 to $224,200 plus standard company benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years technical program management experience with large complex products.
• Experience in the energy sector is a plus.
• Proven track record driving programs throughout the complete product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of key programs to achieve Bloom Energy’s business plan objectives.
• Own program schedule and budget, ensuring product achieves feature set.
• Present status and manage risks across teams for successful product launch.

Skills

Technical program management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional team leadership

Budget management

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related field

MBA and/or Doctorate preferred

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide overall program management essential to ensure successful delivery of key programs to achieve Bloom Energy’s business plan objectives.
• Own program schedule, budget, and ensure the product achieves agreed upon feature set.
• Work closely with highly cross-functional team members on product definition, schedules, prioritizations, tradeoffs, etc.
• Regularly present status, track budget, communicate high-level timelines, and manage risk and resource constraints across teams to ensure success.
• Guide team members through complete product lifecycle development; successfully hand-off a “sellable” product to Sales and a “manufacture ready” product to Operations.
• Accountable for program risks identification and developing mitigation strategies and actions.
• Educate the broader organization on Bloom’s PLC process and establish a general understanding at all levels.
• Be the “go to” person for all questions and/or requests related to specific programs.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years technical program management experience with large complex products.
• Experience in the energy sector is a plus.
• Proven track record driving programs throughout the complete product lifecycle process.
• Extremely strong presence, ability to lead and manage cross‑functional and matrixed teams along with demonstrated ability to influence others.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Experience managing/working with engineering professionals.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for collaborating across many participating teams.
• Strong desire for success and significance.
• Bachelor degree required in engineering, business management, economics, technology; MBA and/or Doctorate is preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Able to build and manage budgets of large programs.
• Ability to take complicated technical concepts and translate to a general audience in a compelling, succinct manner.
• Ability to act independently and operate with a passion and appreciation for the vision and mission of the company.
• 1–3 years of energy market experience preferably in a startup environment and/or in the energy space.
• A quick learner and team player.
• Relationship building mentality.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Ranges: $155,800.00 – $224,200.00.

The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity & Legal

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless undue hardship would result. Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.