{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b3eefa906c1d9abf4a91c788","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b3eefa906c1d9abf4a91c788","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b3eefa906c1d9abf4a91c788","title":"Staff Technical Program Manager","description":"OverviewIn this role you lead hardware programs that pair connected security devices with subscription services, coordinating with APAC partners from concept to mass production. You translate between waterfall and Agile planning, manage cross-functional teams, and drive clear program updates to leadership. The position blends hardware, firmware, software, and cloud work, with occasional APAC travel and time-zone aligned calls. You'll help shape scalable, secure smart-home solutions within a values-driven, collaborative culture.Compensation / Benefitstotal rewards packagefree SimpliSafe system and professional monitoringERGs for networking and developmentwellness and security benefitsinclusive and safe work environmentflexible hybrid work modelResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end hardware programs from concept through EVT, DVT, PVT, and mass productionCoordinate with APAC-based JDM and other partners, including on-site engagement at key milestonesInterface with supply chain, quality, regulatory, and production planning to keep programs on trackFacilitate technical trade-offs aligning engineering needs with business goalsDefine technical/product requirements and manage resources and prioritiesRally cross-functional teams to remove roadblocks and maintain progressEstablish delivery metrics and increase engineering efficiency and predictabilityKey requirements5+ years in technical program management, systems architecture, or software/hardware engineering5+ years managing the hardware development lifecycle end-to-endExperience with APAC-based JDM, ODM, or contract manufacturing partners in hardware NPIExperience delivering connected hardware with subscription/cloud servicesAbility to manage waterfall/stage-gate schedules and interface with Agile software teamsWillingness to travel to APAC and join evening partner callsBachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant fieldKnowledge of IoT and security hardware (nice to have)Experience with executive-level program reviews (nice to have)cross-functional collaborationclear communication with leadershipproblem-solving under conflicting prioritiesWaterfall and stage-gate hardware scheduling (Gantt, Smartsheet)APAC partner management for hardware NPIIoT and security hardware knowledge","company":"Simplisafe","rawCompany":"simplisafe","city":"Somerville","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-26T14:28:11.838Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Staff Technical Program Manager","description":"OverviewIn this role you lead hardware programs that pair connected security devices with subscription services, coordinating with APAC partners from concept to mass production. 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