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Vice President, Strategic Program Management Office (SPMO)

Agility Robotics
Location
Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 12+ years of technical program or project management experience
  • 5+ years in a people-leadership role managing a team of program or technical program managers
  • Experience leading new product introduction (NPI) or new product development (NPD) programs in a hardware, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or complex electromechanical products environment
  • Track record building or scaling a program management function (PMO/SPMO)
  • Strong executive presence and ability to communicate clearly to C-suite and board-level audiences
  • Deep fluency in program management methodology and tools
Nice to have
  • Advanced degree (MBA or technical master's)
  • PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program management certification
  • Experience in robotics, humanoid/mobile robotics, or advanced automation
  • Experience taking a hardware and integrated software product from pilot production through volume manufacturing ramp
  • Familiarity with modern program management tooling (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira, Monday, or similar)
What the job really is

The Vice President of Strategic Program Management Office (SPMO) at Agility Robotics will lead the program management function for new product development and launch programs. This role involves building and mentoring a team of Technical Program Managers, overseeing program methodologies, managing cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring timely program execution while reporting to the COO. The position is hands-on, requiring direct intervention on at-risk programs and strategic decision-making across various operational teams.

Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Equity: Company stock options
  • 401(k) Plan with 6% company match
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees
  • Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays
  • Generous paid parental leave programs
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary range provided beyond the anticipated base salary range of $250,000 to $390,000 USD
  • The role is fully remote but offers hybrid options only for certain locations
  • The company emphasizes a culture of respect and equal employment opportunities, which may be important for candidates seeking an inclusive work environment
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