Technical Program Manager - Hardware

Technical Program ManagerOur Advanced Hardware Engineering (AHE) team is responsible for delivering the compute and controls hardware, infotainment and telematics control units, and electrical components that power our future fleet of self-driving vehicles. We are looking for a Technical Program Manager to support our hardware development efforts, with a focus on compute, controls, and network-related hardware platforms.Location: Onsite in Foster City, CA | at least 3 days in officeRequired Skills & Qualifications:BS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.8 years of hardware program management or hardware engineering management experience, leading cross-functional teams on hardware/software integration across the full development lifecycle.Deep familiarity with the hardware development cycle, with proven experience delivering hardware/software integrated programs for compute, controls, network-related hardware platforms, or consumer electronics.Proficiency with tools used to manage complex projects (e.g., Jira, Gantt charts, Google Workspace).Prior work experience at client or in client's IndustryApplicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2Preferred Skills & Qualifications:Directly managed 3 full program development cycles for a complex system involving hardware/software integration, from architecture definition through the start of mass production.Comfortable using AI and/or developing AI- or automation-based tools to improve the team's effectiveness and efficiency.Strong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments.Day-to-Day Responsibilities:Plan and Execute Strategically: Understand the big picture, including company goals and priorities, vehicle milestones, and processes. Translate these into a clear, end-to-end program plan that enables the team to deliver successfully against company milestones.Solve Problems: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, ensuring issues are transparent across Engineering and cross-functional teams.Drive Issue Resolution: Own AHE's Jira hygiene and issue-resolution targets, supporting the team in resolving critical issues and cross-team requests within agreed timelines.