Technical Program Manager: Autonomous Rail Systems

Parallel Systems; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel Systems is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead execution across hardware, autonomy systems, and enterprise software. This pivotal hire will keep engineering efforts aligned as we scale autonomous rail vehicles.

You’ll work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams to track progress, surface risks, and ensure seamless integration across all parts of the system.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical or engineering program management.
• Strong technical background with hardware and software experience.
• Proven track record delivering complex cross-functional programs on time and budget.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and program-tracking tools.
• Ability to manage ambiguity in a high-growth startup.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the integrated master schedule (IMS) across hardware, software, and product deliveries.
• Coordinate timelines, priorities, and deliverables across hardware, firmware, and software teams.
• Track milestones, manage risks, and drive resolution on blockers.
• Ensure alignment on requirements between engineering, product, and customer teams.
• Facilitate regular syncs, status reporting, and planning sessions.
• Create and maintain documentation to support visibility and execution.
• Support development and integration of new vehicle generations, enterprise software upgrades, and firmware iterations.

Skills

Technical program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Program leadership

Communication

Ambiguity management

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Parallel Systems is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead execution across hardware, autonomy systems, and enterprise software. This pivotal hire will keep engineering efforts aligned as we scale autonomous rail vehicles.

You’ll work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams to track progress, surface risks, and ensure seamless integration across all parts of the system.