Technical Program Manager (Embedded Systems & Broadband Technologies) | CompNova AI | Philadelphia, PA, USA

Tech Junction Ltd; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CompNova AI in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (Embedded Systems & Broadband Technologies) to lead cross-functional technology programs. You will bridge engineering, product, and business teams, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and dependencies.

The ideal candidate brings strong embedded software development experience and broadband networking knowledge, with a track record of delivering large-scale initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (CS/electronics/telecom).
• Proven TPM/Engineering Program Manager experience delivering complex tech initiatives.
• Hands-on Embedded Systems and Embedded Software development background.
• Strong knowledge of broadband technologies and networking fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs and projects.
• Define and manage program scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, product, testing, operations, and business stakeholders.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and facilitate decision-making across distributed teams.
• Monitor program risks, dependencies, and issues with mitigation plans.
• Utilize JIRA to track deliverables, progress, and health of projects.
• Represent engineering in technical discussions, reviews, and customer meetings.
• Ensure successful execution of embedded software and broadband development programs.
• Track KPIs and provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration and maintain effective communication across the organization.

Skills

Embedded Systems

Broadband Technologies

JIRA

Agile / Scrum

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Communication

Distributed teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Electronics / Telecommunications or related field

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Job Title: Technical Program Manager (Embedded Systems & Broadband Technologies) | CompNova AI | Philadelphia, PA, USA

Recruiting Company: CompNova AI

Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Job Type: Contract (C2C)

Work Authorization: Open to C2C Candidates

Domain Focus: Embedded Systems, Broadband Technologies, DOCSIS, Program Management

Position Summary

CompNova AI is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (TPM) with a strong background in Embedded Systems Development and Broadband Technologies to lead complex, cross-functional programs. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities to drive critical initiatives from planning through execution while ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.

Detailed Job Description

As a Technical Program Manager, you will serve as the bridge between engineering, product, and business teams, ensuring the successful delivery of technology programs within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will oversee program scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and dependencies while coordinating diverse stakeholders across multiple geographies. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of embedded software development and broadband technologies, enabling them to confidently represent engineering teams in technical discussions and executive reviews. You will be expected to identify delivery risks proactively, facilitate decision-making, and drive program execution while maintaining visibility through tools such as JIRA. This position is ideal for a technically strong leader who thrives in managing ambiguity and delivering large-scale technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs and projects.
• Define and manage program scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, product, testing, operations, and business stakeholders.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and facilitate decision-making across geographically distributed teams.
• Monitor program risks, dependencies, and issues, implementing mitigation plans when necessary.
• Utilize JIRA and related project management tools to track deliverables, progress, and project health.
• Represent engineering teams during technical discussions, executive reviews, and customer-facing meetings.
• Ensure successful execution of embedded software and broadband-related development programs.
• Track key performance indicators and provide regular status reports to leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration and maintain effective communication across all levels of the organization.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience as a Technical Program Manager, Technical Project Manager, or Engineering Program Manager.
• Strong program management expertise with a demonstrated track record of delivering complex technology initiatives.
• Hands-on experience working with Embedded Systems and Embedded Software Development environments.
• Strong understanding of Broadband Technologies and networking fundamentals.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders, priorities, and dependencies in large-scale programs.
• Proficiency with JIRA for project tracking, issue management, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and modern software development methodologies.
• Ability to understand technical risks, dependencies, and engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with geographically distributed and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with DOCSIS technologies and broadband access networks.
• Familiarity with C and C++ development environments.
• Experience working with telecom, networking, or broadband product organizations.
• Exposure to embedded Linux platforms and device software development.
• PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, or Agile certifications.
• Experience with large-scale product development lifecycles and release management.

Recruitment Pro Tip

For Technical Program Manager roles, employers look for candidates who can demonstrate both technical depth and delivery leadership. Highlight specific programs you’ve led, the size of teams and budgets managed, measurable outcomes achieved, and your ability to translate complex engineering challenges into business-focused decisions, particularly within embedded systems or broadband technology environments.