Technical Program Manager

Symbotic; Wilmington (MA); Hybrid; USD 149,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbotic is seeking a Technical Program Manager to partner with engineering leadership, technical leads, and product teams to ensure complex software, robotics, and automation programs are delivered on time and with high quality.

You will drive risk management, cross-functional coordination, and data-driven execution using Jira and SQL, influencing stakeholders from individual contributors to executives in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field required.
• 10+ years of professional experience with at least 3+ years leading complex technical programs.
• Experience with software, hardware, robotics, automation, infrastructure, or other highly technical products.
• Strong program management skills to coordinate priorities across multiple stakeholders.
• Proven ability to facilitate meetings, drive alignment, and lead discussions among technical stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication from individual contributors to executive leadership.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% and ability to drive programs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering managers, technical leads, and product managers to drive execution across complex technical programs.
• Identify technical and program risks early and navigate challenges before they impact delivery.
• Ensure work is prioritized, tracked, and executed through disciplined program management.
• Drive accountability by defining tasks, actions, dependencies, and ownership clearly.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and communicate program status, risks, and milestones to engineering teams and executives.
• Leverage data and reporting tools, including SQL, to provide visibility into program health and execution metrics.
• Foster transparency, collaboration, and rapid decision-making across technical and business teams.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

Tools

Jira

SQL

Job description

Who we areWith its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.What we needAs a Technical Program Manager, you will partner closely with engineering leadership, technical leads, and product teams to ensure complex programs are delivered on time and with high quality. You'll play a key role in driving execution, managing risk, and creating alignment across multiple teams working on sophisticated software, robotics, and automation systems.What we doThe team is responsible for delivering complex automation and software solutions that sit at the intersection of robotics, intelligent systems, and large-scale operational execution. Comprised of talented software engineers, roboticists, and systems engineers, the organization develops technologies that optimize how inventory moves through highly automated environments.As the team continues to scale, we are looking for a Technical Program Manager who can drive alignment, execution, and operational excellence across multiple engineering disciplines while helping deliver innovative solutions that have a direct impact on customers and business performance.What you'll doPartner with engineering managers, technical leads, and product managers to drive execution across complex technical programs.Identify technical and program risks early, helping teams navigate challenges before they impact delivery.Ensure work is effectively prioritized, tracked, and executed through disciplined program management practices.Drive accountability by ensuring tasks, actions, dependencies, and ownership are clearly defined.Facilitate cross-functional meetings and communicate program status, risks, and milestones to both engineering teams and executive leadership.Leverage data and reporting tools, including SQL, to provide visibility into program health and execution metrics.Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and rapid decision-making across technical and business teams.Support the successful delivery of innovative solutions in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes, accelerate execution, and enhance cross-functional coordination.What you'll needBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with at least 3+ years leading complex technical programs or projects.Experience working with engineering organizations that develop sophisticated software, hardware, robotics, automation, infrastructure, or other highly technical products.Strong program management skills with the ability to coordinate priorities across multiple stakeholders and teams.Experience using Jira to organize work, manage execution, and drive accountability.Ability to write SQL queries and use data to inform decisions and communicate program status.Proven experience facilitating meetings, driving alignment, and leading discussions among highly technical stakeholders.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively from individual contributors through executive leadership.Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with competing priorities and evolving requirements.High-energy, results-oriented leader with strong ownership, learning agility, and the ability to influence without authority.Our environmentUp to 20% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.Employees may be required to use a personal credit card for business travel expenses, which are reimbursed based on the program guidelines. Eligible employees may receive a corporate credit card based on role and travel requirements, but a personal credit card may be needed during onboarding until the corporate card is issued.#LI-GJ1#LI-HybridAbout SymboticSymbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.The base range for this position in the posted location is $149,000.00 - $204,600.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.