Technical Program Manager III
itD is seeking a Technical Program Manager III to lead and manage complex New Product Introduction (NPI) programs for wearable hardware, including smart glasses and audio subsystem development. This role will drive cross-functional program execution, coordinate engineering teams and stakeholders, and ensure successful product development and delivery across scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of technical program management experience, strong subsystem TPM and audio experience, and a proven track record of delivering hardware development programs in complex, cross-functional engineering environments.
Location: Hybrid, 3 days onsite in Redmond, WA (preferred); open to US remote candidates.
Contract Duration: 12 months
We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more.
Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage New Product Introduction (NPI) programs for wearable hardware, smart glasses, and audio subsystem development from planning through execution and delivery.
Coordinate multiple technical programs simultaneously, aligning engineering teams, Designated Responsible Individuals (DRIs), and cross-functional stakeholders on priorities, milestones, and deliverables.
Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, resource estimates, budgets, status reports, and key performance indicators to ensure timely execution.
Drive subsystem development activities across hardware, mechanical, electrical, optical, and audio engineering teams, resolving dependencies and technical issues.
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies while developing contingency plans to maintain delivery commitments.
Communicate program status, risks, milestones, and escalations clearly to engineering leadership, business partners, and stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
Manage program scope, requirements, implementation plans, and stakeholder expectations while ensuring alignment with product development goals and quality standards.
Internal Responsibilities
Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
Complete client case studies and learning materials, including blogs and media content.
Build materials that contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
Attend internal itD networking events, both in person and virtually.
Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.
Required Qualifications and Skills
5+ years of experience in technical program management, program delivery, or related engineering program roles.
Demonstrated experience managing technical programs at the subsystem level ( Subsystem TPM experience required ).
Experience supporting audio subsystem development or audio-related hardware programs.
Proven experience managing New Product Introduction (NPI) programs or complex hardware product development initiatives.
Strong program management skills, including project estimation, scheduling, milestone tracking, risk management, and status reporting.
Experience coordinating cross-functional engineering teams, technical stakeholders, and multiple concurrent programs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and communicate program status effectively.
Experience delivering technology or business application solutions in large-scale, multi-platform environments.
Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and technology implementation planning.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant technical field.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
Previous experience at Meta or other large technology companies.
Experience managing consumer electronics, wearable hardware, smart glasses,…