Technical Program Manager

Apex Systems; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quality career resources

Training and certifications

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading IT services company in California is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to develop and iterate on R&D testing strategies. You will manage complex cross-functional projects, organize document management systems, and ensure operations teams meet testing requirements. The ideal candidate has experience in technical program management, particularly in automotive product development. The position offers opportunities for training, certifications, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• In-depth experience with system architecture and safety-critical systems.
• Previous technical program management experience.
• Product development experience at an automotive company or Tier 1 auto OEM.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for R&D testing with cross-functional teams.
• Manage relationships with external testing providers.
• Define and manage the budget for testing resources.

Skills

Technical program management

Cross-functional project management

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Job description

## Job Description# Technical Program Manager* Develop and iterate on the strategy for R&D testing with cross-functional stakeholders from engineering, operations, finance, and procurement.* Organize a document management system for related processes and ensure roles and responsibilities are understood by all stakeholders.* Ensure operations teams have the proper resources to meet the company’s testing requirements.* Establish standard reports and regular program meetings to provide effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues, and accomplishments.* Manage relationships with external testing providers, including proving grounds and test equipment suppliers.* Define and manage the budget for test tracks, test equipment, and other resources to support testing in closed-course environments.* Maintain a strong technical understanding of vehicle platforms, software lifecycle, clearance processes, and test operations.* In-depth experience with system architecture, safety-critical systems, corporate strategy, or test and validation.* Previous technical program management experience.* Product development experience at an automotive company or a Tier 1 auto OEM.* A strong track record in managing complex cross-functional projects or facilities.* Experience with developing and scaling strategy, processes, plans, and procedures.* Ability to effectively prioritize with strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment.* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive communication within a high-performance, cross-functional organization.*Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing(R) in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work(R) in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click* *for more details.*