Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager

Our client, a leading innovator in autonomous vehicle technology, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Technical Program Manager to join their dynamic team. As a Technical Program Manager, you will be an integral part of the engineering department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strategic thinking, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully within the organization.

Location: Foster City, CA

Pay Range: $70-$75/hour + Benefits

What's the Job?

• Lead end-to-end program management for large-scale, multi-team engineering initiatives with significant business impact, from strategy through delivery.
• Serve as a strategic partner to VP- and Director-level engineering and product leaders, influencing roadmaps, resourcing decisions, and organizational priorities.
• Define and evolve program management frameworks, processes, and best practices across the engineering organization.
• Drive alignment across complex dependency landscapes involving multiple teams, external partners, and competing priorities.
• Communicate clearly and confidently to executive audiences—translating technical complexity into business impact and vice versa.

What's Needed?

• 7+ years of experience in technical program management, with a proven record of delivering complex, organization-wide engineering programs.
• Deep expertise managing multi-team software programs across the full SDLC, including large-scale platform, infrastructure, or product initiatives.
• Strong technical foundation—able to engage credibly in architectural discussions, understand system design trade-offs, and evaluate technical risk.
• Exceptional communication and executive presence—skilled at influencing without authority and navigating organizational dynamics.
• Experience building or improving program management processes and tooling at an organizational level.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous vehicle projects that impact urban mobility.
• Collaborate with a talented and innovative team committed to technological excellence.
• Develop your leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
• Engage with advanced wireless, networking, and cloud technologies to shape future transportation solutions.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!