Staff Technical Program Manager

Socket.dev; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Income protection

401(k) match

PTO 20 days

Job summary

Scout Motors seeks an experienced program manager to own and drive cross-functional product initiatives for an iconic electric pickup and rugged SUV marketplace. You will lead plans, coordinate with Engineering, Design, R&D and Operations, and ensure on-time delivery of high-quality features.

Expect a strong emphasis on technical platforms, APIs, cloud tech, and enterprise systems. The role offers hybrid work from Fremont/Remote with travel for events as needed.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of program management experience, with a strong emphasis on technical platforms and sales operation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans outlining milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and cross-functional alignment.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Design, R&D, and Operations to deliver high-quality features.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships; act as trusted advisor and clear communicator.
• Operationalize products; oversee rollout of technical solutions to the marketplace with reliable performance.
• Collaborate with engineering to make sound technical trade-offs and support scalable product development.

Skills

Program management

Jira

Confluence

Asana

Smartsheet

AI tools

Cross-functional

Automotive experience

Education

Bachelor's in CS/Engineering

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history,

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans outlining key milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and critical paths to ensure cross-functional alignment and on-time program execution.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Design, R&D, and Operations to deliver high-quality product features. Support alignment across teams by clarifying requirements, identifying potential blockers, and proposing well-reasoned solutions.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships: Act as a trusted advisor to internal and external partners, presenting solutions that align with broader business goals. Be a natural relationship builder and clear communicator.
• Operationalize products: Oversee the roll-out of technical solutions to the marketplace, ensuring performance, reliability and consumer adoption achieve agreed upon outcomes.
• Drive technical excellence: Collaborate with engineering teams to make informed trade-offs and support scalable, secure product development. Apply working knowledge of APIs, data systems, and platform capabilities to contribute to sound technical decisions

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Fremont, California or Remote.
• This role may require 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

• 8+ years of program management experience, with a strong emphasis on technical platforms and sales operation work flows and tools.
• Demonstrated success in building and launching complex digital experiences enjoyed by millions of people around the world.
• Experienced with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, Smartsheet, and project reporting dashboards.
• Proficient with AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot, etc.) and eager to integrate them into your workflow
• Automotive experience is a plus but not required.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong understanding of system architecture, APIs, and cloud technologies.
• Experience with enterprise-level systems such as CRM, ERP, or equivalent platforms.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to influence and align diverse stakeholders.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks to keep programs on track.
• Support frameworks such as Agile, Scrum, or SAFe to drive continuous improvement and delivery efficiency.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
• An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $140,000.00 - $170,000.00

Initial California base salary range = $154,000 - $187,000

Internal leveling code: IC8

Notice to applicants

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].