Technical Program Manager I

Start/End Dates: 6/29/2026 - 6/28/2027 Tax Work Location: Sunnyvale or Bay area CA Job Title: Technical Program Manager I Must-Have Skills Technical background in wireless tech (elements of RF, antenna, bluetooth, 5G) Previous work as a TPM Experience working in consumer electronics Familiarity with Fitbit or Apple products Understanding of wireless security protocols and best practices Deep familiarity with emerging wireless standards Job Description As a Wireless Technical Program Manager on the Augmented Reality Hardware team, you will lead multidisciplinary programs through the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to develop the next generation of custom and semi‑custom modules and subsystems powering our industry‑leading consumer products. You will collaborate closely with internal and external partners to establish requirements, manage complex program schedules, proactively identify risks with mitigation strategies, and clearly communicate with stakeholders at all levels. We seek program managers who are natural motivators, cross‑functional relationship builders, and process champions dedicated to delivering smooth, predictable execution in a fast‑paced and innovative environment. Responsibilities Partner with the AR wireless engineering team to define, design, and execute hardware projects. Develop and manage wireless development schedules, keeping stakeholders informed and proactively identifying and addressing potential setbacks. Work cross‑functionally to establish and drive best practices and technology development processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring on‑time delivery. Coordinate and contribute to engineering deliverables such as architecture definitions, build goals, and wireless requirements. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of firmware releases for factory use during builds. Track and report engineering issues encountered during the build process, providing regular status updates to leadership. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience. Experience with component and module qualification, validation, and characterization processes. 3+ years of experience as an engineering manager or Technical Program Manager, managing hardware or firmware projects from concept to mass. 3+ years of production experience working with wireless hardware modules. 3+ years of experience in wireless design and/or implementation, hardware and/or firmware. In-depth knowledge of the product development process for consumer wireless hardware, including firmware integration to meet hardware delivery goals. Experience communicating and operating autonomously across multiple teams and projects. #J-18808-Ljbffr