Platforms Technical Program Management Lead, XR

In this role, you will direct a portfolio of programs to deliver products for XR. You will ensure cross-team alignment on goals, priorities, roadmap, and schedules, effectively communicating the status and health of releases to all stakeholders. You will identify and resolve gaps in current processes and tools to ensure successful delivery, as well as identify methods that contribute to operational scalability for the internal team. You will manage cross-functional planning and prioritization to ensure the team meets its goals. You will also be responsible for managing a team of program and technical program managers, fostering cross-functional relationships across the organization.

For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $240000 - $334000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits

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Responsibilities

• Develop strategy, define, lead, and own the execution of XR programs from conception to launch, ensuring alignment with the overall product goals and business objectives. Drive program schedules, identify risks, manage dependencies, and communicate status to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, build alliances, and advocate for program needs across different organizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, UX design, research, and operations to deliver high-quality XR products and services.
• Lead triage with technical leads on incoming issues for your focus areas.
• Manage a team of technical program managers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience with technical program management.
• 7 years of experience in a leadership role with/without direct reports.
• 5 years of experience managing projects.
  
• Experience delivering software and hardware projects.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in computer vision engineering within the computer vision industry.
• Experience driving and influencing teams, including executives.
• Experience with writing scripts Dremel/App script at Google.
• Knowledge of software and hardware product launches and New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Ability to manage programs, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to grow in ambiguous situations, establish structure, and lead programs.