Staff Technical Program Manager, Batteries

United States Digital Space LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + equity

Health, dental, vision

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Sick leave & parental leave

Job summary

the company in San Francisco is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to lead battery system programs for wearables, spanning concept to launch. You will align hardware, firmware, software, product, science, manufacturing and quality teams to deliver complex battery solutions while managing risk and schedules.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentoring, and end-to-end product development expertise across integrated hardware/software systems; travel up to 30% is possible.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in NPI hardware development build and test cycles.
• Proven track record shipping innovative products with custom battery systems (wearables preferred).
• Strong technical depth in battery technologies and power systems across system architecture and managing technical tradeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of advanced battery systems from concept through design, validation, manufacturing and launch.
• Bridge sourcing, hardware, firmware, software, product, science, manufacturing and quality disciplines; manage tradeoffs and conflicts.
• Build and maintain schedules, map dependencies, manage risks and clear roadblocks.
• Provide clear progress updates to executives, engineers and partners.
• Coordinate integration between battery supplier deliverables and product development needs.
• Drive testing and validation of battery performance, reliability and safety standards.
• Ensure battery compliance readiness across channels, markets and logistics chains.
• Establish best practices for battery program execution and mentor senior team members.

Skills

Battery systems

NPI hardware

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Smartsheet

Job description

Our mission at the company is to empower every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep quality by using their the company Ring and its connected app. We've helped millions of people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles.

Empowering the world starts with living our values and empowering our team. As a quickly growing company focused on helping people live healthier and happier lives, we ensure that our team members have what they need to do their best work — both in and out of the office.

the company is seeking an experienced and highly strategicStaff Technical Program Manager (TPM) to join our Hardware Program Management group to drive the design, implementation and test of new batteries for the company products. This role spans integration across disciplines: electrical, mechanical, firmware, system test, manufacturing. This position reports to the Senior Director of Hardware Programs.

This Staff level TPM role requires not just exceptional execution, but also the ability to drive technical excellence, anticipate challenges far in advance, and mentor others. If you are a master of navigating intricate technical landscapes, a natural leader and communicator, and possess a deep understanding of the end-to-end product development lifecycle for integrated hardware/software systems, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Lead Programs: Drive end-to-end delivery of advanced battery systems for wearables from concept and feasibility through design, validation, manufacturing, and launch,
• Align Teams: Bridge sourcing, hardware, firmware, software, product, science, manufacturing and quality disciplines; manage tradeoffs, resolve conflicts, and ensure smooth cross-functional execution.
• Plan & Execute: Build and maintain schedules, map dependencies, manage risks and proactively clear roadblocks
• Communicate: Provide clear, tailored updates on progress, risks and strategy to executives, engineers, and partners.
• Coordinate across Vendors and internal teams: Oversee the integration between battery supplier deliverables and product development needs.
• Ensure Quality: Drive testing and validation of battery performance, reliability and safety standards.
• Ensure Battery Compliance: Ensure battery compliance readiness across all channels, markets and logistics chains.
• Shape Practices: Establish best practices for battery program execution across NPI and Sustaining programs, mentor senior team members, and foster collaboration.

We would love to have you on our team if you have:

• 10+ years experience in NPI Hardware development build and test cycles
• Proven track record shipping innovative products with custom battery systems (wearables preferred).
• Strong technical depth in battery technologies and power systems across system architecture and managing technical tradeoffs.
• Knowledge of battery test methodology at cell level and system level
• Experience working with product, engineering, industrial design, manufacturing, compliance and regulatory to author requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Excellent communicator with strong negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Thrives in ambiguity, fast-moving environments, and global cross-timezone programs.
• Passion for health, wellness, and wearable technology.

Nice to Have

• Experience with global battery suppliers, contract manufacturers, and supply chains
• Advanced PM tool proficiency (Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet) and ability to optimize workflows.

Note: Up to 30% global travel is required for this position

Benefits

At the company, we care about you and your well-being. Everyone here at the company has a ring of their own and we are continually looking to improve employee health.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and equity packages
• Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources
• An the company Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family
• 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off
• Paid sick leave and parental leave

the company takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. US locations are categorized into tiers based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. While most offers will be closer to the starting range, successful candidates' pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, internal peer equity, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

• Region 1 $198,000 - $233,000

A recruiter can determine your zones/tiers based on your US location.

We are not considering candidates residing in the following states: Alaska (AK), Delaware (DE), Iowa (IA), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), South Dakota (SD), Vermont (VT), West Virginia (WV), and Wisconsin (WI)

the company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals seeking employment at the company are considered without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

To all recruitment agencies: the company does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, the company employees, or any other organization's location. the company is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.