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Technical Program Manager

Wayve
Location
Sunnyvale
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Technical Program Management
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years leading complex, multi-team software or technology programs in fast-paced or early-stage environments
  • Comfortable working with engineers and reasoning about modern software, ML, and robotics stacks
  • Ability to reason about complex systems and their interdependencies
  • Effective in high-tension, ambiguous situations
  • Skilled at planning, prioritising, managing risk and dependencies
  • Clear communicator who can explain complex ideas simply
Nice to have
  • 8+ years as a Technical Program Manager
  • An engineering or computer science degree, or experience working as an engineer
  • Excels in Jira (or similar)
  • Exposure to autonomous vehicles, robotics, perception, vehicle hardware/embedded, ML, simulation/evaluation, or other safety-critical or compute-heavy domains
What the job really is

As a Technical Program Manager at Wayve, you will lead complex, cross-functional programs within the engineering organization, focusing on areas such as AI, robotics, and vehicle hardware. Your role involves turning ambiguity into actionable plans, driving project delivery, managing risks, and ensuring alignment with business goals. You will collaborate with various teams to enhance efficiency and foster a positive team culture while championing continuous improvement.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Hybrid working policy combining office and remote work
  • Fast-paced environment may involve high pressure and ambiguity
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