Technical Program Manager, Sensing Hardware & Software

Tesla, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead the development of innovative sensing products. This role involves managing cross-functional programs, collaborating with engineering teams, and driving efficient communication between supply chain and vendors. As part of a dynamic team, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing product development processes while upholding a culture of agility and precision. If you're passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of autonomous systems.

Benefits

Medical Plan Options with $0 Payroll Deduction

Dental and Vision Plans with $0 Contribution

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plans

Paid Sick and Vacation Time

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts and Perks Program

Back-up Childcare Resources

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident Insurance)

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in product development with shipping experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end cross-functional programs for sensing products.
• Drive communication of engineering requirements for efficient planning.

Skills

Leadership

Agile Methodology

Cross-functional Collaboration

Documentation Skills

Vendor Management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Kanban

Job description

Technical Program Manager, Sensing Hardware & Software

The Engineering Program Manager is an integral part of the Autopilot and Electronic Systems Team, overseeing a diverse set of responsibilities including leadership, oversight, tracking, decision-making, escalation, and goal management.

What to Expect

The Engineering Program Manager is an integral part of the Autopilot and Electronic Systems Team, overseeing a diverse set of responsibilities including leadership, oversight, tracking, decision-making, escalation, and goal management.

What You’ll Do

• Manage end-to-end cross-functional programs for sensing products, leading software and hardware development.
• Responsible for both upstream definition and downstream execution. Upstream definition includes a responsibility to work with diverse cross-functional members to map out requirements, technologies, vendors, intermediate milestones, and success metrics.
• Lead fast-paced, enriched portfolio of SW features through Agile methodology, Kanban board, JIRA Sprints, and Scrum Master operation.
• Collaborate with engineering leads and managers to set goals, track deliverables, and report through JIRA dashboards on monthly/quarterly reviews.
• Drive communication of engineering requirements between Supply Chain, Vendors, and Purchasing for efficient material planning.
• Consolidate inputs from across Tesla for executive reviews, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Constantly improve processes to enhance precision and dependability while preserving Tesla’s agile culture.
• Provide strong and confident leadership through rapid development cycles, changing requirements, and uncertainty.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent experience and proof of exceptional abilities.
• 1+ years’ experience in product development, ideally with product shipping experience in medium-to-high volume industry.
• Demonstrated ability to understand complex development projects and identify critical elements.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally between engineering, production, and supply chain personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work cross-functionally between engineering, suppliers, testing, manufacturing, production, and supply chain personnel preferred.
• Experience in planning activities and vendor management in an engineering environment preferred.
• Individual contributor design engineering experience in electromechanical products preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction.
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution.
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits.
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays.
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources.
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance.
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs.
• Tesla Babies program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts and perks program.

Expected Compensation

$88,000 - $150,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits.

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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