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# Technical Program Manager II-6232

- **Company:** The Itd
- **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Systems Engineering, Firmware, Image Quality, Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, Hardware Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3315728912&tx=VT6156TYT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 3+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager supporting hardware and software co-development programs.
 * 3+ years of experience in display technology, image processing, algorithm validation, or electro-optical systems engineering.
 * Experience leading complex cross-functional programs across hardware, firmware, and software development teams.
 * Experience managing hardware-dependent programs, including prototype builds, device allocation, and test infrastructure coordination.
 * Strong program planning, dependency management, and risk mitigation experience.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data to drive technical decisions.
 * Experience communicating technical program status, risks, and milestones to engineering leadership and executive stakeholders.
 * Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with evolving requirements and aggressive delivery timelines.
 * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience., * Experience supporting other large-scale technology companies.
 * Experience with display compensation algorithms and image quality pipelines.
 * Familiarity with display technology testing methodologies.
 * Experience managing 0-to-1 consumer device programs from prototype validation through mass production.
 * Knowledge of AR, VR, or XR display systems, including near-eye display architectures and image quality metrics., * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience required.

## Description

itD is seeking a Technical Program Manager II to lead end-to-end display algorithm development, validation, and execution for next-generation AR/Smart Glasses products. This role is responsible for driving complex cross-functional programs spanning algorithm development, software implementation, hardware testing, and prototype validation to ensure display compensation algorithms meet image quality requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in hardware/software co-development, display technologies, and technical program management, along with a proven track record of delivering complex, multi-workstream engineering programs on aggressive timelines., * Lead end-to-end validation planning and execution across algorithm development, hardware testing, prototype software validation, production software readiness, and human factors evaluations.

 * Drive cross-functional alignment across display hardware, software engineering, systems architecture, testing, and product management teams to ensure successful program execution.
 * Coordinate hardware allocation, prototype availability, and testing resources to remove blockers and maintain validation schedules.
 * Identify program risks, maintain a comprehensive risk register, and proactively drive mitigation plans with clear ownership and resolution paths.
 * Communicate program health, milestone progress, validation outcomes, risks, and executive-level updates to engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
 * Develop and manage integrated program schedules while tracking dependencies across hardware, firmware, software, and validation workstreams.
 * Partner with engineering teams to ensure display compensation algorithms achieve image quality goals and support successful product development milestones.

Internal Responsibilities

 * Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
 * Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
 * Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
 * Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
 * Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
 * Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.


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