Staff Technical Program Manager, Engineering

Form Energy; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

100% medical/dental/vision coverage

Parental leave & generous vacation

Job summary

Form Energy is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to drive the development and validation of its multi‑day battery technology. You will lead cross‑functional workstreams across hardware, firmware, software, and electrical engineering to ensure successful delivery and launch.

You will partner with technical leaders to enforce PDP conventions, manage risks, and mentor teams, all while advancing Form Energy’s mission in Berkeley, CA.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in technical program management focused on hardware products.
• Experience managing cross‑disciplinary programs (systems, EE, firmware/software).
• Expertise in the Product Development Process (PDP) and product validation.
• Systems thinking with ability to influence technical leaders across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Own the full product delivery and validation cycle from concept to launch and commercialization.
• Define and execute technically complex workstreams across systems architecture, EE, firmware, and software.
• Develop and enforce PDP practices for product validation and documentation."
• Mitigate program risks and dependencies, balancing technical and business outcomes.
• Facilitate technical and strategic decisions with engineering and executives to maintain momentum.
• Mentor other program managers and engineers to elevate team capabilities.

Skills

Technical program mgmt

Hardware development

Systems architecture

Electrical engineering

Firmware integration

PDP expertise

Job description

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!

In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a "Best Invention", MIT Technology Review as a "Top Climate Tech Company To Watch", and Fast Company as "One of the Next Big Things In Tech". We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

Form Energy is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to impact development and validation of our groundbreaking battery technology. As a key member of the Technical Program Management team, you will drive the delivery of our multi-day battery by integrating and managing workstreams across systems architecture, firmware, software, and electrical engineering. You will partner with and influence technical leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure our product meets its requirements and is successfully launched. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical breadth and program leadership skills to a mission-driven company with world-changing technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Own the entire product delivery and validation cycle, driving the program from initial concept through to successful launch and commercialization.

• Define, manage, and execute highly technical workstreams across systems architecture, electrical engineering, firmware, and software, ensuring seamless integration and alignment.

• Develop and enforce the Product Development Process (PDP), establishing best practices for product validation and documentation across the organization.

• Proactively identify and strategically mitigate program risks and dependencies, anticipating challenges and defining solutions that impact both technical and business outcomes.

• Facilitate key technical and strategic decisions, bringing together engineering and executive stakeholders to drive alignment and maintain program momentum.

• Serve as a key technical resource and mentor for other program managers and engineers, sharing best practices and elevating the entire team's capabilities.

What You’ll Bring:

• 8+ years of experience in a technical program management role with a focus on hardware product development.

• Extensive experience managing complex programs with a combination of systems architecture, electrical engineering, and firmware/software components.

• Deep expertise in the Product Development Process (PDP), with a proven track record of successful product validation and delivery.

• A systems-level generalist mindset and the ability to quickly establish credibility and influence with technical leaders across different disciplines.

• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to articulate complex technical information and strategic recommendations to all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to lead autonomously in an ambiguous environment, defining a clear path forward and driving results without direct supervision.

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• Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
• When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.

To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.

If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
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