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[Remote] Technical Program Manager, Software

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Karman is an energy technology company using distributed artificial intelligence to accelerate the clean energy transition and improve utility operations. The Technical Program Manager will support software development teams by managing cross-functional technical programs, coordinating engineering work streams, and driving agile, delivery, integration, and continuous improvement processes.

Responsibilities

  • Define, implement, and optimize program management processes to enhance cross-functional collaboration and delivery efficiency
  • Develop and monitor project plans, timelines, and performance metrics to ensure alignment with organizational goals
  • Develop and drive the adoption of agile best practices
  • Collaborate with engineering, product management, and operations teams to define technical requirements, priorities, and resource allocation
  • Manage risks related to code stability, feature creep, and version control
  • Drive the adoption of tools and frameworks that improve project tracking, stakeholder communication, and overall program delivery
  • Support the coordination and execution of complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to completion
  • Track and report on key program metrics, such as delivery timelines, priority shifts, resource utilization, and risk mitigation efforts
  • Facilitate communication and alignment across teams to identify and resolve bottlenecks, dependencies, and conflicts

Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in program management, project management, or a related role in a technical environment or a combination of educational and professional experience commensurate with this level of professional experience
  • Technical background or hands-on experience in software development or engineering
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Coordinate internal technical work for co-development and partner engagements
  • Support the external partner interface alongside Customer Program Manager (CPM) coverage, while retaining ownership of technical coordination and internal tradeoffs
  • Proven track record of managing compliance efforts and guiding initiatives to obtain security certifications such as IEC 62443
  • Experience drive cross-cutting initiatives and distribution of related work across engineering work streams
  • Comfortable asking detailed engineering questions and translating technical work into coordinated plans
  • Technical depth sufficient to understand partner-facing integration questions and constraints
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a technical partner integration where requirements were unclear or evolving
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
  • Experience managing global hardware and software deployments
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Project
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of time
  • Real-time control-systems experience
  • Experience leading programs involving both software and hardware
  • Prior experience with co-development or OEM/partner engagements
  • Experience with security certification planning or compliance coordination
  • Familiarity with data analytics, machine learning, or AI-driven initiatives
  • Strong understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Master's degree in a technical or business discipline
  • Certifications such as PMP, CSM, or SAFe Agile

Benefits

  • Stock options
  • Mentorship and growth opportunities as part of a collaborative team
  • A flexible work environment with flexible paid time off
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Employer-match 401k

Company Overview

  • Karman is an NVIDIA-backed AI company transforming how critical infrastructure, like data centers, use power. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.utilidata.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Karman has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.