NEW JOB OPENING
WIRELESS TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGER
IN Redmond, WA, USA!

Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA or Redmond, WA



Degrees/certifications required:

• High School Diploma equivalent or higher



Must-Have Skills:

• Technical background in wireless tech (elements of RF, antenna, Bluetooth, 5G)

• Previous work of TPM

• Worked in consumer electronics



Nice-to-have Skills:

• Background in fitbit, apple

• Understanding of wireless security protocols and best practices

• Deep familiarity with emerging wireless standards



Years of overall experience required:

• 3+ years of TPM experience



Overview:

• As a Wireless Technical Program Manager on the Augmented Reality Hardware team, you will lead multidisciplinary programs through the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to develop the next generation of custom and semi-custom modules and subsystems powering our industry-leading consumer products

• You will collaborate closely with internal and external partners to establish requirements, manage complex program schedules, proactively identify risks with mitigation strategies, and clearly communicate with stakeholders at all levels

• We seek program managers who are natural motivators, cross-functional relationship builders, and process champions dedicated to delivering smooth, predictable execution in a fast-paced and innovative environment



Responsibilities:

•Partner with the wrist wireless engineering team to define, design, and execute hardware projects

•Develop and manage wireless development schedules, keeping stakeholders informed and proactively identifying/addressing potential setbacks

•Work cross-functionally to establish and drive best practices and technology development processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring on-time delivery

•Coordinate and contribute to engineering deliverables such as architecture definitions, build goals, and wireless requirements

•Track and report engineering issues encountered during the build process, providing regular status updates to leadership



Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience

• Experience with component and module qualification, validation, and characterization processes

• 3+ years of experience as an engineering manager or Technical Program Manager, managing hardware or firmware projects from concept to mass production

• 3+ years of experience working with wireless hardware module projects

• 3+ years of wireless design and/or implementation experience, in hardware and/or firmware

• In-depth knowledge of the product development process for consumer wireless hardware, including firmware integration to meet hardware delivery goals

• Experience in communicating and operating autonomously across multiple teams and projects

• Strong technical background in wireless systems (RF, WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular, etc.).

• Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional technical programs.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to drive alignment, resolve conflicts, and deliver results in ambiguous environments

• Experience with hardware/software integration and external partner management is a plus



Surrounding Team & Key Projects:

As a Technical Program Manager in the Wearables Hardware Team, you will lead programs through the NPI process to develop the next generation of AI Glasses. You will establish requirements with internal and external customers, manage program schedules, identify risks and associated mitigation plans, and clearly communicate to program stakeholders. We look for program managers who are natural motivators, cross-functional relationship builders, and champions for driving the right level of process to ensure smooth and predictable program execution in a fast-paced innovative environment



Typical Day-to-Day in the role:

• Oversee Multiple Wireless Programs: Manage several concurrent wireless technology programs (WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular, etc.) across hardware and software teams

• Set and Track Milestones: Define program milestones, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of features and products

• Drive End-to-End Execution: Guide programs from ideation through technical analysis, system design, development, testing, launch, and post-launch support

Support Engineering Teams: Provide ongoing technical guidance and support to engineering teams, helping resolve issues and unblock progress

• Interface Management: Act as the bridge between wireless modules and other system components, ensuring seamless integration and communication

• Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and resolve technical challenges related to wireless systems and device bring-up.

• Decision Support: Facilitate and drive key technical and program decisions for engineering teams, balancing trade-offs and aligning with long-term vision

• Cross-Product Support: Ensure wireless requirements are met across multiple product lines



Notice:

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**