Hardware System Technical Program Manager, Extended Reality Platform
Description For Hardware System Technical Program Manager, Extended Reality Platform
Google's Augmented Reality team is seeking a Hardware System Technical Program Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects for their Extended Reality Platform. This role combines technical leadership with program management, requiring expertise in consumer electronics and reference platform development. As part of Google's AR team, you'll be instrumental in building foundations for immersive computing and creating accessible AR experiences for billions through mobile devices.
The position demands a blend of technical depth and leadership skills, managing various engineering programs and teams. You'll be responsible for shepherding projects through their entire lifecycle, from requirements planning to launch, while managing schedules, identifying risks, and maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders. The role involves significant collaboration with ODMs, OEMs, and vendors in manufacturing environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technical program manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to shape the future of augmented reality technology. The position offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The role requires some international travel (20% or more) and is based in Mountain View, CA.
Working at Google means joining a team that's focused on making immersive computing accessible to billions of people. You'll be part of a company that values diversity, equality, and inclusion, with a strong commitment to building a representative workforce and creating a culture of belonging.
Responsibilities For Hardware System Technical Program Manager, Extended Reality Platform
- Define, drive, and own the overall system development process from concept to launch for extended reality (XR) reference platform hardware programs
- Balance schedule, performance, and user experience trade-offs
- Work with ODMs, OEMs, and vendors in manufacturing environments on development schedules, dependencies, and budgets
- Develop, maintain, and communicate key focus points and next steps with engineering, vendors, operations, quality, and management
- Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies and facilitate conflict resolution among a cross-functional team of engineers
- Synthesize data into a clear story and communicate to stakeholders and organizations at all levels
Requirements For Hardware System Technical Program Manager, Extended Reality Platform
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
- 10 years of technical program management experience
- 7 years of experience in leadership role(s) with/without direct reports
- Experience with consumer electronics, developing and shipping reference platforms
- Knowledge of product life-cycle, tools, processes and development planning
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks at once
- Ability to lead technical teams, cross-functional groups, and vendors against plans
- Ability to travel internationally 20% of the time or more as needed
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits For Hardware System Technical Program Manager, Extended Reality Platform
- Medical Insurance
- Equity
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
