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# Technical Program Manager

- **Company:** Horizontal Talent
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, JIRA, Firmware, Gantt Charts, Hardware Design, Systems Integration
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/3d51cb60-e088-4306-8669-7ae66b9dda00

## About the Role

* 6+ years of technical program management or engineering program management experience in hardware development
 * Experience leading products through concept, EVT, DVT, PVT, and production ramp
 * Strong hardware background with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
 * Experience working with contract manufacturers through development builds and production ramp
 * Ability to collaborate effectively across hardware, software, firmware, functional safety, and systems engineering teams
 * Clear and concise communication skills, especially when presenting status, risk, and progress to leadership
 * Comfort working in fast-paced, evolving environments with changing priorities
 * Proactive problem-solving mindset and the ability to influence without formal authority
 * Experience using program management tools such as JIRA and Gantt charts

Preferred Skills

 * Automotive or consumer electronics experience at the system or subsystem level
 * Experience managing multiple end-to-end development cycles involving hardware and software integration
 * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
 * Experience supporting mass production and post-production sustaining phases
 * Strong relationship-building skills with senior leaders and technical teams

Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, respected, and supported. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and welcome applications from individuals who bring unique experiences, skills, and viewpoints.

## Description

* Lead end-to-end program management for new hardware development efforts from concept and architecture through EVT, DVT, PVT, and production ramp
 * Translate strategic goals into detailed schedules, milestones, deliverables, and product roadmaps
 * Coordinate across hardware, software, firmware, functional safety, systems, procurement, and vehicle development teams to align priorities and dependencies
 * Partner with contract manufacturers to plan and execute prototype and engineering builds
 * Incorporate design-for-manufacturing and design-for-test feedback into development work
 * Build and maintain clear program reporting for leadership and cross-functional partners
 * Identify risks early, communicate issues transparently, and drive mitigation actions to completion
 * Facilitate meetings, set agendas for key decisions, and help remove bottlenecks
 * Support cross-functional decision-making across engineering, finance, and strategy


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