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Senior Technical Program Manager, Software

Muon Space· Engineering - Software
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Hybrid (San Jose, CA)$206k - $232kfull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive cross-functional planning and execution for Software programs, collaborating with engineering, hardware, science, and product teams from concept through launch. Hybrid role based in San Jose, CA requiring on-site presence three days per week.

Responsibilities

  • Program Planning & Roadmapping: Define objectives, scope, milestones, and success criteria in collaboration with engineering and product stakeholders.
  • Scheduling & Execution Management: Build and maintain project timelines, track dependencies, monitor progress, and adjust plans as priorities shift.
  • Risk & Issue Management: Identify risks early, coordinate mitigation plans, surface blockers, and drive timely resolution.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitate collaboration across software, hardware, science, and product teams, ensuring aligned deliverables and clear handoffs.
  • Communication & Reporting: Provide concise, actionable updates to stakeholders and leadership on progress, changes, risks, and decisions.
  • Process & Continuous Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in workflows, propose improvements, and help implement better practices and tools.
  • Resource & Capacity Planning: Assist in forecasting resource needs, tracking capacity, and supporting prioritization and staffing decisions.
  • Release Planning & Readiness: Coordinate software releases, track readiness criteria, and communicate expectations to impacted teams.

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3-5+ years of experience as a software engineer or in a similar technical role.
  • 3-5+ years of experience managing or coordinating software development projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and optimize software project management processes.
  • Strong technical background with knowledge of software development methods, tools, and infrastructure.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience leading cross-functional planning, scheduling, and risk management across multiple teams.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a bias toward clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Excited to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

Skills

Required:Program managementCommunication

Benefits

  • equity grant
  • medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • short & long term disability and life insurance
  • three weeks paid vacation
  • 12 paid holidays
  • unlimited sick time
  • paid parental leave
Last updated Sep 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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