Technical Program Manager l

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:   Technical Program Manager l

FSLA Status: (Exempt or Non-exempt): E xempt

Location (City, State): Santa Clara, CA

Reports To: AVP, Bus Dev & Prog Mgmnt

Direct Reports (Yes, No): No

Company Overview:

Established in Taiwan in 1974, Hon Hai Technology Group, commonly known as Foxconn, is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and leading provider of technological solutions with a network of over 200 campuses across 24 countries. In the US, Foxconn employs 6,500 across 40 different sites with manufacturing operations in Virginia, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Texas, and California. As of 2023, Foxconn ranks 32nd among the Fortune Global 500 and reported revenue of approximately USD $213 billion in 2024.

The company’s diverse product offerings span four major segments: smart consumer electronics, cloud, and networking solutions, computing, and various other components. Foxconn makes 40% of the consumer electronics that we find in our everyday lives. In recent years, Hon Hai has adopted the 3+3 strategy, focusing on three emerging industries - electric vehicles, digital health solutions, and robotics - while leveraging three key technologies: next-generation communications, artificial intelligence (AI), and semiconductors. Together these initiatives position the company as a leader for innovation in the 21st century. 

Hon Hai Technology Group is deeply committed to championing environmental sustainability within its manufacturing processes. By integrating sustainability into its operations framework, the company strives to serve as a best-practice model for global enterprises, enhancing corporate responsibility while meeting the growing demand for environmentally conscious production methods. 

Job Summary:

The Technical Program Manager I coordinates with customer engineering teams to define AI server and rack system requirements, including architecture, thermal, and power specifications. Manages the full NPI lifecycle from design through mass production, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones. Leads cross-functional collaboration to resolve technical issues, proactively identifies and mitigates risks, and supports business development through technical expertise and customer engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate closely with customer engineering teams to define AI server and rack system architecture, including thermal and power requirements.
• Manage the full NPI lifecycle, from design and prototype builds through EVT/DVT/PVT to mass production, ensuring key milestones are met and delivered on schedule.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Taipei R&D and factory operations, to resolve technical issues and execution gaps.
• Identify technical risks early, such as liquid cooling leakage or thermal performance issues, and implement mitigation plans with regular progress updates.
• Support the Business Development team in engineering discussions, preparing technical proposals, and providing professional guidance during customer visits to labs or production sites.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.

Experience:

• Entry level role; 0 - 2 years of experience.
• Server product development, AI server and rack system integration, NPI program management, cross-functional coordination, and technical issue resolution across R&D and manufacturing teams.
• Basic understanding of server architecture, thermal design, power systems, and manufacturing processes. 
• Strong project tracking, risk management, and cross-team communication skills. 
• Ability to support customer technical discussions and work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Bilingual language skills in Chinese and English is a plus but not required.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to occasionally walk, bend, or reach while supporting office and facility operations.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements when handling office supplies, documents, or computer equipment.
• Work performed primarily in an office or facility environment with regular interaction with employees and visitors.

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