Senior Software Technical Program Manager, Energy Storage

Description

• May require occasional work weekends or alternate shifts to support production needs - approximately 25%
• Work closely with software, controls, systems, and electrical engineers to define program requirements, technical interfaces, dependencies and validation strategies
• Track and communicate progress toward key milestones
• Drive the software development process, including planning and facilitating sprints, backlog prioritization, standups, and sprint reviews to maintain team velocity and alignment
• Ensure change management and version control processes are in place and aligned with the pace of system iteration
• Support test planning, software release processes, and integration with lab and field validation efforts
• Split work environment between office and the production facility. Work may involve extended periods of working in the production facility.
• Proactively identify risks, surface technical blockers, and develop mitigation strategies across the product lifecycle
• Lead cross-functional development programs focused on embedded firmware for power electronics, energy management system software, and battery management software

Requirements

• 5+ years of technical program management experience focused on software and firmware in hardware-integrated systems. Experience power electronics or other energy products a strong plus
• Proven track record of managing software development for multidisciplinary products involving electrical, mechanical, and systems teams
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage your work in a startup environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with all levels of the organization and presenting to internal and external executives
• Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments.
• Proficiency in project tracking and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, GitHub, MS Project, Asana)
• Willing to travel to Reno, NV as needed and for onboarding (if Bay Area based)
• BS/MS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle processes including Agile, CI/CD, code reviews, and release planning
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standards.
• Ability to work in challenging working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance