Lead Software Engineering Program Manager (San Francisco, California)

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Lead Software Engineering Program Manager

San Francisco, CA

Who We Are

HP IQ is HP's new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP's global scale, we're building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.

We're assembling a diverse, world-class team-engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds-focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP's portfolio. Together, we're developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.

We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful-always with a human-centric mindset.

By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we're expanding what's possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.

Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.

About the Role  

We're building the next generation of cross-device experiences across AI PCs, printers, and collaboration products as part of HP's Better Together strategy.   We're looking for a  Lead SW Engineering Program Manager who can take full ownership of complex programs and drive them through to launch .   This role goes beyond traditional program coordination. You will be responsible for  leading end-to-end execution across software and hardware teams, ensuring products ship successfully in a fast-moving, evolving environment.   HP IQ combines the pace and ambiguity of a startup with the reach of a global organization. Success in this role requires someone who can  create clarity, establish structure where needed, and consistently drive results .  

What You Might Do  

• Own delivery end-to-end (concept → development → integration → launch) 
• Drive execution across  software, hardware, firmware, and platform teams  
• Manage  hardware timelines, bring-up, validation, and integration risks  
• Build and run  program operating mechanisms (planning, cadence, tracking, reporting) 
• Create clarity in ambiguous situations and  drive decisions forward  
• Identify and mitigate risks early;  avoid late-stage surprises  
• Align stakeholders and maintain  execution momentum  

How This Role Is Different  

• Outcome ownership vs. task coordination
• Process creation vs. process adherence
• Direct ownership of   HW-SW integration complexity
• High autonomy with clear accountability  

Essential Qualifications  

• 12+ years leading complex technical programs  
• Proven track record of  shipping products end-to-end  
• Experience with  software programs tied to hardware (devices, embedded, firmware) 
• Ability to  independently scope, plan, and execute programs  
• Strong understanding of:  
• Software systems (cloud, client, on-device) 
• Hardware development lifecycles  
• Experience in  fast-paced, evolving environments  
• Track record of  building or adapting program processes  
• Experience leading  cross-functional, global teams  

Strong Signals  

• Direct ownership of  shipped products or major features  
• Experience delivering 0→1 initiatives  
• Hands-on involvement in  HW-SW integration milestones (bring-up, validation, launch) 
• Examples of  improving execution through process or structure  
• Ability to  drive alignment across competing priorities  

 

  Salary: $150,000- $245,000

Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.

At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including; 
  • 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave ( US benefits overview )

Why HP IQ?

HP IQ is HP's new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity-reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.

• Innovative Work
  Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.
• Autonomy and Agility
  Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP's scale.
• Meaningful Impact
  Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.
• Flexible Work Environment
  Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.
• Forward-Thinking Culture
  We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next-together.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

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Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - 

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information, review HP's   EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: <