Technical Program Manager

Bear Robotics; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bear Robotics is seeking a Technical Program Manager to partner with the CTO, driving technical operations, program coordination, and strategic planning across engineering teams. You will translate complex technical goals into actionable milestones and ensure timely delivery of initiatives in a fast-paced robotics environment.

You should have a background in PM or software engineering, strong communication, and exceptional organizational skills to collaborate across California and Korea time

Qualifications

• PM or software engineer background.
• Proficiency with robotics software and related tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professionalism in handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between the CTO and other departments, ensuring clear communication of technical requirements and project goals.
• Support the CTO in strategic planning and decision-making by providing insights and recommendations based on technical data and industry trends.
• Oversee and manage key project and product milestones to ensure timely progress and successful outcomes.
• Capture key takeaways from meetings and ensure timely execution of resulting action items.
• Maintain organized records of technical documents, project files, and correspondence.
• This position will be part of the existing TPM team, distributed across California and Korea. Must be flexible with working hours/time zones.
• Manage & anticipate executive calendar, coordinating all internal & external appointments. Set up video conferencing and meetings in a prompt and efficient manner with the assistance of the office administration.
• Ensure CTO’s email is organized and up to date.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

PM experience

Robotics software

Technical communication

Organization skills

Professionalism

Job description

Job Title: Technical Program Manager

Department: Engineering

Job Level: L5

FLSA: Exempt

Job Summary

Bear Robotics is at the forefront of automated hospitality solutions, pioneering AI-driven autonomous robots. As the Technical Program Manager to the CTO, you’ll play a crucial role in assisting the CTO with technical operations, project management, and strategic planning. You’ll need to be well-versed in engineering, with the ability to communicate effectively at a technical level. This role demands a blend of technical acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with various teams to ensure the successful execution of our technological initiatives.

Key Duties/Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between the CTO and other departments, ensuring clear communication of technical requirements and project goals.
• Support the CTO in strategic planning and decision-making by providing insights and recommendations based on technical data and industry trends.
• Oversee and manage key project and product milestones to ensure timely progress and successful outcomes.
• Capture key takeaways from meetings and ensure timely execution of resulting action items.
• Maintain organized records of technical documents, project files, and correspondence.
• This position will be part of the existing TPM team, distributed across California and Korea. Must be flexible with working hours/time zones.
• Manage & anticipate executive calendar, coordinating all internal & external appointments. Set up video conferencing and meetings in a prompt and efficient manner with the assistance of the office administration.
• Ensure CTO’s email is organized and up to date.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Required Skills/Abilities/Qualifications

• Background as a PM or software engineer
• Proficiency in technical tools and software relevant to robotics
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail
• High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including Board members, senior executives, staff, investors, community leaders, vendors, media contacts
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information