> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/596791-staff-technical-program-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/596791-staff-technical-program-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Technical Program Manager - **Company:** Motional LLC - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $144,000.0 - $191,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Systems Integration, Information Technology - **Published:** June 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5bfd3ec0bdd8b77d ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems integration?, Do you have a Master's degree?, Motional is seeking to hire a Staff-level Autonomy TPM. This role requires strong, experienced leadership to drive complex initiatives across the company. We are seeking a high-impact individual to own and drive key cross-functional initiatives on the path to a driverless robotaxi. This role will operate across our core machine learning capabilities-specifically partnering with the Behaviors, Prediction, and ML Planning teams-to help prioritize and track technical workstreams in support of our driverless goals. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses technical expertise in robotics or autonomous systems, and has a strong background driving safety-critical ML software and model releases in a fast-paced environment., * Experience & Domain Knowledge: 7+ years of experience in technical program management or a similar role, leading complex, safety-critical AI software, robotics, or systems programs. Experience managing large model releases and model development lifecycles is highly preferred. * Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. * Proven Delivery: A strong track record of taking large, complex programs from initial concept and ambiguity to a successful launch. * Clear Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to act as the primary point of contact for complex programs, with a track record of communicating progress, risks, and strategic recommendations to leadership. We encourage a hybrid schedule with in-office time at one of our locations in Boston or Pittsburgh to support collaboration, or this role can be fully remote ## Description * Drive Strategic Initiatives: Own and execute large-scale, complex technical programs critical to Motional's roadmap, focusing on model development and release cycles, while ensuring alignment between senior engineering leaders, product managers, and executive stakeholders. * Lead Cross-Stack Integration: Serve as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for high-level behavioral capabilities, managing dependencies and driving integration efforts across Prediction and ML Planning teams to successfully launch large models. * Dive Deep Technically: Go beyond surface-level program tracking. Dive deep into ML and behavioral issues to facilitate trade-off discussions, and drive teams to convergence on robust solutions. * Identify and Resolve Blockers: Proactively identify, quantify, and communicate technical risks and dependencies. 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