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# Technical Program Manager - Hardware Development Programs

- **Company:** Manpower
- **Location:** Foster City, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $183,040.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, JIRA, Firmware, Gantt Charts, Hardware Design, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.manpower.com/en/job/architecture-and-engineering/technical-program-manager-hardware-development-programs/409738

## About the Role

Our client, a leading organization in the automotive and consumer electronics industries, is seeking a Technical Program Manager - Hardware Development Programs to join their team. As a Technical Program Manager - Hardware Development Programs, you will be part of the Advanced Hardware Engineering department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, which will align successfully in the organization., o 6+ years of hardware Technical Program Management or Engineering Program Management experience, with proven success in taking products from concept through production ramp
o Experience working with outside contract manufacturers during development builds and production ramp
o Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams spanning hardware, software, firmware, and systems engineering
o Excellent communication skills with the ability to report progress and risks clearly to leadership
o Proficiency in program management tools such as JIRA and Gantt charts

## Description

o Own end-to-end program management for next-generation robotaxi hardware development programs, from concept and architecture through EVT/DVT/PVT builds and into production ramp
o Work with cross-functional teams to translate corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
o Collaborate closely with hardware, software, firmware, functional safety, system, procurement, and vehicle development teams to align priorities and dependencies
o Partner with outside contract manufacturers to plan and execute prototype and engineering builds, incorporating DFM/DFT feedback into design and preparing programs for production ramp
o Establish standard reports and regularly update teams and leadership on program progress, risks, issues, and accomplishments


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