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# Senior Technical Program Manager - Robotics

- **Company:** Alten USA
- **Location:** North Reading, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $225,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Motion Planning, Robotic Automation Software, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Robot Operating System, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.businessworkforce.com/job.asp?id=3369809507&tx=KR1111FFK&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

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related technical discipline.
 * 10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management or similar role supporting complex software or robotics programs.
 * Strong understanding of software systems, with ability to engage in technical discussions related to architecture, services, and algorithms.
 * Experience managing cross-team dependencies and delivering integrated systems composed of multiple features and components.
 * Familiarity with robotics concepts such as motion planning, navigation, and autonomous system behavior (or demonstrated ability to learn quickly).
 * Experience working in Agile development environments.
 * Ability to operate independently in high-ambiguity, fast-paced environments while driving outcomes.
 * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across engineering and product teams.
 * Willingness to work hands-on in lab or development environments alongside engineering teams.

## Description

As a Sr. Technical Program Manager - Robotics Software you will be responsible for;

 * Drive execution of complex, multi-team robotics software programs, focusing on delivery of integrated capabilities spanning multiple features and workstreams.
 * Coordinate across multiple software and systems teams, managing interdependencies to ensure aligned delivery of end-to-end functionality rather than isolated feature execution.
 * Translate high-level product goals into structured execution plans, defining timelines, dependencies, and milestones across distributed teams.
 * Operate with a high degree of ownership to manage ambiguity, independently driving program direction while aligning to broader organizational goals.
 * Partner closely with engineering teams to understand technical problem spaces, including system services, architectures, and algorithms that support feature development.
 * Develop a working knowledge of robotics software stacks, including motion planning, trajectory generation, navigation, and related services, to effectively manage program execution.
 * Support feature validation by working alongside engineers in lab environments, assisting with system bring-up, running work cells, and validating feature performance against defined KPIs.
 * Build trust with software development teams by engaging directly in execution workflows and understanding system behavior beyond planning artifacts.
 * Oversee program execution using Agile methodologies, ensuring coordination across teams without focusing on individual team sprint or ticket management.
 * Track program progress through defined metrics, ensuring readiness for deployment and successful integration into operational environments.
 * Support both new product development and sustaining engineering efforts for deployed robotic systems.
 * Contribute to planning and execution across multiple product lines and future initiatives within the robotics portfolio.


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