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# ContributionAs a Principal Software Lead and software execution leader

- **Company:** Logitech international S.A.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $141,000.0 - $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Android Software Development, Confluence, JIRA, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Project Management Software, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Server Administration, Software Engineering, System Software, Backend
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/embedded-software-technical-program-manager-video-collaboration-san-jose-ca--41ea89f4-8a76-4c0f-ad6b-97f65f5726d4

## About the Role

10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management or Software Program Leadership delivering complex, software-intensive products at scale.

Proven track record of shipping embedded Linux, Android-based, and/or cloud-connected devices. Strong understanding of hardware-software co-development, including EVT/DVT/PVT cycles and manufacturing readiness (highly desirable). Expert-level proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and modern program management tools. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively at both engineering and executive levels. Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, drive alignment, and make decisions in highly ambiguous environments.

Experience leading global, multi-time-zone teams and complex cross-organizational initiatives, Android, Atlassian JIRA, Backend as a Service (BaaS), Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Firmware, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Embedded Hardware, Embedded Linux, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Leadership, Linux Operating System, Manufacturing, Metrics, Patient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle, Product Management, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance Software, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software as a Service (SaaS), Systems Maintenance, Technical Leadership, Videoconferencing, Work From Home, Writing Skills

## Description

The RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Technical Program Manager (TPM) tolead and own complex, software-driven programs across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) for Video Conferencing products. This role operates at the intersection of embedded software, Android/Linux system software and cloud services.As a senior software program leader, you will drive end-to-end software execution from concept through launch and post-deployment ensuring strong technical alignment across Software Engineering, Product Management, Quality Engineering, and Operations. You will be accountable for software delivery outcomes, execution rigor, and cross-functional alignment required to ship high-quality, scalable products at enterprise scale. This role demands deep software technical understanding, excellent communication, and the ability to lead through influence, clarity, and decision-making across global teams.

Your ContributionAs a Principal Software Lead and software execution leader, you will: Lead large-scale, multi-disciplinary software programs spanning firmware, embeddedLinux/Android system software, and cloud-connected services. Act as the single point of ownership for software program execution, ensuring alignment across Software Engineering, Product Management, Program Management, and Quality Engineering. Drive clarity of scope, requirements, dependencies, risks, and delivery timelines, holding teams accountable to commitments. Establish and enforce strong planning, execution, and tracking frameworks, including Jira workflows and operational metrics. Translate complex technical topics into clear executive-level updates, enabling informed decision-making. Proactively identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and resolve execution blockers to maintain schedule, quality, and software readiness. Champion operational excellence by continuously improving software development processes,
communication, and cross-team execution models., Software Program Leadership & Execution Lead cross-functional execution across firmware, embedded Linux, Android platform engineering, cloud/backend services and QA. Drive software roadmap alignment, engineering readiness, milestone planning, and release execution. Own trade-off decisions across scope, schedule, and quality, with a strong bias toward long-term software sustainability and product quality. Planning, Tools, and Process Excellence Define and maintain Jira workflows, dashboards, boards, and reporting structures forhighly complex, multi-team software programs. Implement scalable, repeatable execution processes that support distributed global teams. Establish clear operating rhythms (planning, execution, reviews, and retrospectives) to ensure predictable delivery.

Technical Leadership & Problem Solving Maintain a system-level understanding of software architecture for hardware devices running embedded Linux/Android and cloud-connected services. Engage deeply with architects and senior engineers to validate feasibility, sequencing, and technical risk. Drive resolution of cross-layer issues spanning hardware, system software, applications, and cloud services. Ensure engineering quality, integration readiness, and software stability throughout the development lifecycle.


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