Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager

Location: Foster City, CA (On-site)

Role Overview

An established organization in the advanced hardware engineering sector is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead new product development programs for next-generation hardware systems. This professional will guide programs through the entire development lifecycle, from concept and architecture through engineering, design, and production validation phases, into production ramp. The role requires seamless cross-functional collaboration with internal engineering teams and external partners to deliver strategic and tactical milestones. Success in this position involves establishing program schedules, identifying milestones, mitigating risks, and maintaining clear communication with leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage next-generation hardware development programs from concept and architecture through validation builds and production ramp.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, procurement, and development teams to translate corporate strategy into detailed product roadmaps and deliverables.

• Align priorities and dependencies across multiple disciplines to ensure all teams understand delivery expectations.

• Partner with external manufacturing organizations to plan prototype builds, integrate design feedback, and prepare for production scaling.

• Establish standard reports and regularly update leadership and teams on program progress, status, and accomplishments.

• Identify risks early and proactively drive mitigation actions to closure with engineering and manufacturing partners.

• Set structured agendas for key decisions to eliminate bottlenecks and minimize program risks.

• Support strategic decisions by working across engineering, finance, and planning functions to reach optimal conclusions.

• Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

• Experience: Six or more years of hardware Technical Program Management or Engineering Program Management experience, with a background taking products from concept through validation builds into production ramp. Prior experience partnering with external manufacturers through development and production phases is required.

• Technical

Skills

• Strong hardware background with experience in automotive or consumer electronics development at the systems or sub-system level. Proficiency in program management tools, including JIRA and Gantt charts, is required.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple full program development cycles involving integrated hardware and software systems.

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

• Technical program management experience during mass production and sustaining phases.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional engineering teams.

Benefits

• Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

• Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.