Technical Program Manager at Skip | San Francisco

ABOUT US:At Skip, we are dedicated to enhancing lives through powered movement.We believe that movement is essential for physical, mental, and social well-being. However, it remains out of reach for 2 billion people due to age, injury, or disability. Our mission is to create innovative products that restore mobility, allowing millions to experience the joy of movement. We envision a future where no one is left behind, and where grandparents can easily keep up with their grandchildren.Founded in 2023 as a spin-off from Google X, Skip is a dynamic 20-person startup. Our team combines extensive cross-disciplinary expertise and strategic partnerships (e.g., with Arc’teryx) to pioneer the first commercially successful wearable robotic device, the MO/GO, and to develop a platform for future Movewear products that will transform lives worldwide.THE ROLE:We are looking for a passionate and versatile Senior Firmware Engineer to join our innovative team. You will tackle various challenges as we develop the next generation of wearable robots designed for everyday use.As a key member of our team of exceptional engineers and product leaders, you will start in an individual contributor role while providing leadership for critical systems.Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Overseeing embedded C/C++ development, including FreeRTOS management, interrupts, and JTAG/SWD debugging.Enhancing data communication processes between peripherals and chips such as ESP32 and STM32, including Wi-Fi and BLE integration.Implementing secure Over-The-Air (OTA) updates and bootloaders.Managing our AWS IoT Core environment, including mTLS, MQTT, and IoT Jobs OTA.Controlling a variety of actuators, including off-the-shelf BLDCs, custom PMSMs, and axial flux motors, along with firmware development for our motor control chip (currently C2000, but subject to change).Guiding design and development decisions for future iterations.

ABOUT US:Skip is dedicated to enhancing joy through advanced movement solutions.Our mission is to empower individuals by restoring mobility, as movement is essential for physical, mental, and social well-being. Yet, over 2 billion people face mobility challenges due to age, injury, or disability. We are committed to creating innovative products that will enable joyful movement experiences for everyone, ensuring that no one is left behind.Founded in 2023 as a spin-off from Google X, Skip is a dynamic 22-person startup positioned to revolutionize the market with our flagship wearable robotic device, the MO/GO. Through strategic partnerships, such as with Arc’teryx, we are set to launch a new era of Movewear products that will transform lives globally.THE ROLE:We are seeking a proactive Senior Backend Engineer to navigate the challenges of developing cutting-edge wearable robotics for everyday use. As a vital member of our software team, you will take charge of backend development and cloud infrastructure, contributing to the establishment of a groundbreaking consumer robotics platform.In this flat organizational structure, you will also play a crucial role in mentoring junior team members as we scale our operations.Key responsibilities include:Develop and oversee backend systems with an emphasis on containerized services and cloud storage solutions to support the deployment of 5,000 MO/GOs over the next two years.Automate infrastructure management using tools such as Terraform, enhancing deployment efficiency and scalability.Facilitate safe and sustainable scaling, transitioning from a single cloud project to separate Development and Production environments in GCP, while maintaining system safety and data integrity.Design and refine data storage and retrieval processes, optimizing storage solutions and data ingestion pipelines to accommodate increasing data demands.Streamline CI/CD workflows currently hosted on GitHub, optimizing cost-efficiency through improved test run segmentation and potential hosting on GCP virtual machines.

Join Skip on our mission to transform lives through innovative powered movement solutions.At Skip, we believe that movement enhances physical, mental, and social well-being. However, 2 billion individuals face mobility challenges due to age, injury, or disabilities. Our goal is to create groundbreaking products that restore mobility and enable joyful movement experiences for millions. Imagine a future where grandparents can effortlessly keep up with their grandchildren on outdoor adventures!Founded in 2023, Skip is an ambitious start-up that originated from Google X. With a team of 20 talented professionals and strategic partnerships—including one with Arc'teryx—we are poised to launch the first commercially viable wearable robotic device, the MO/GO. We are also developing a platform for future Movewear products, aiming to revolutionize lives worldwide.The RoleAs our Manufacturing Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in bridging our innovative product vision with the manufacturing processes that bring it to fruition. You will be responsible for implementing quality systems and processes that guarantee our wearable robotic devices are produced to exact specifications, consistently and at scale, through our international manufacturing partners.This position is an individual contributor role within a flat team of exceptional engineers, where every team member has a direct impact. You will operate with significant autonomy, establish quality infrastructure from the ground up, and spend considerable time on-site at our manufacturing partners in Asia. Your involvement will span the entire product lifecycle—from New Product Introduction (NPI) through ramp-up to full production—making you a vital voice in Skip's scalable manufacturing strategy.What You'll DoLead and manage quality systems for our overseas contract manufacturers, including incoming inspections, in-process controls, final acceptance testing, and outgoing quality assurance to ensure our products are manufactured correctly every time.Act as the primary quality liaison with our overseas manufacturing partners through regular on-site visits for process audits, problem resolution, and building strong collaborative relationships with factory quality teams.Oversee NPI quality activities: evaluate Design for Manufacturing/Assembly (DFM/DFA) outputs, define control plans, develop inspection standards, compose work instructions and assembly documentation, and support initial Article Inspection (FAI).Establish and maintain product quality specifications, acceptance criteria, and inspection sampling plans across mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical assemblies.

Join Skip's mission to make life joyful through powered movement!At Skip, we believe that movement is essential for physical, mental, and social well-being. Unfortunately, 2 billion people struggle to access movement due to age, injury, or disability. We are innovating products that will restore mobility for millions, paving the way for a future where everyone can enjoy the thrill of movement, from grandparents keeping up with their grandkids to adventurers on the trail.Founded in 2023 as a spin-off from Google X, Skip is a dynamic early-stage startup with a team of 20 talented individuals. With deep expertise across various disciplines and strategic partnerships, including collaborations with Arc'teryx, we are on the verge of launching the industry’s first commercially successful wearable robotic device, the MO/GO. Our vision is to create a platform for future Movewear products that will transform lives worldwide.The RoleWe are seeking a passionate QA Engineer to take charge of software quality from start to finish — from the moment a user unboxes our device to the seamless syncing of data on Google Cloud. You will work across web, mobile, backend API, and IoT layers, thriving in our fast-paced sprint cycles where a small team achieves remarkable results.In this hands-on individual contributor role, you will develop the automation infrastructure necessary for scaling our testing suite, design mock environments, and collaborate closely with firmware, application, and cloud engineers to ensure comprehensive coverage from unit tests to full regression suites.

Technical Program ManagerJoin Substrate, a pioneering force in tackling critical technological challenges in the United States. We are positioned at the cutting edge of advanced manufacturing and innovative physics, striving to revolutionize the semiconductor industry and enhance America’s technological prowess. Our team comprises elite scientists, engineers, and technical specialists dedicated to developing groundbreaking technologies.Role OverviewAs a Technical Program Manager, you will lead intricate technical programs from inception to completion, orchestrating efforts among independent scientists, engineers, and technical professionals. This role involves managing multiple interrelated workstreams where hardware development, R&D, manufacturing, and scientific validation unfold concurrently, each dependent on the other.Key ResponsibilitiesDirect technical programs that encompass hardware components and scientific validation across various simultaneous workstreams.Oversee program timelines, budgets, and resource distribution across numerous dynamic projects.Monitor critical interdependencies between R&D, hardware development, scientific validation, and manufacturing readiness.Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary scientists to convert research insights into technical specifications.Partner with hardware engineering teams for component selection, design validation, and manufacturing preparedness.Coordinate with security experts to ensure compliance with privacy and security standards across teams and projects.Manage relationships with vendors, including component suppliers, manufacturers, and testing facilities.Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for technical and supply chain vulnerabilities.Facilitate technical evaluations and integration decisions across diverse project contributors.Report program progress, risks, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.Develop and maintain comprehensive technical program documentation while respecting contributor independence.

About DEUNA DEUNA is an innovative startup transforming the landscape of global commerce with our AI-driven payments and orchestration platform, ATHIA. Designed to empower large enterprises, ATHIA enhances approval rates, minimizes costs, and opens new revenue streams. Developed by the team behind DEUNA—the fastest-growing Commerce OS in Latin America—ATHIA seamlessly integrates payment intelligence, checkout optimization, and data orchestration into one robust solution.With extensive integrations across more than 300 Payment Service Providers (PSPs) and alternative payment methods, and processing over 20% of Mexico’s digital economy through our platform, we simplify global payments through a single integration and centralized reconciliation.As we expand into the U.S. market, we aim to address the pressing needs of large retailers, marketplaces, airlines, and quick-service restaurants. Join us in redefining the future of payments! Visit https://www.deuna.com/ to explore more about us!

About StravaStrava is the premier application for active individuals. With a vibrant community of over 180 million athletes across more than 185 countries, Strava goes beyond mere workout tracking; it fosters collective progress, helping users form new habits and achieve personal bests. Regardless of your chosen sport or tracking method, Strava is your complete companion. Connect with your peers, surpass your goals, and ensure every effort counts. Embark on your journey with Strava today.Our mission is straightforward: to inspire individuals to embrace their best active lives. We harness the transformative power of movement to forge connections and propel people forward.Role OverviewWe are on the lookout for a Senior Technical Program Manager to spearhead intricate, high-priority security initiatives that intersect with Engineering, Infrastructure Product, Legal, Operations, and other cross-functional teams. This position will deliver dedicated program management support for security endeavors, ensuring transparent communication, efficient processes, and structured execution throughout the organization.The successful candidate will possess a robust background in managing complex technical programs, a thorough grasp of security principles, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with engineering and product teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions. You will excel in a dynamic, sophisticated atmosphere, overseeing programs from conception to delivery, mitigating risks, and ensuring alignment among various stakeholders.We embrace a flexible hybrid work model, which typically requires you to spend more than half your time on-site at our SF office — three days each week.Your ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end execution of multi-quarter security initiatives—including IAM upgrades, vulnerability management enhancements, compliance readiness projects, and security architecture modifications—from proposal to launch, operational rollout, and post-launch refinement.Facilitate collaboration among Engineering, IT, Product, Legal, and GRC, acting as the central point of alignment across time zones to eliminate ambiguity, streamline decision-making, and sustain progress.Manage program communications, creating clear status updates, designing and pulling key metrics, executive briefings, risk logs, and decision records to provide stakeholders at all levels with timely, actionable insights.Proactively identify and mitigate risks by executing structured assessments of dependencies, resources, and requirements.

Join Lambda, a pioneer in AI cloud infrastructure, where we empower countless customers ranging from AI researchers to large enterprises and hyperscalers. Our mission is to democratize access to superintelligence, making compute as essential as electricity. If you're passionate about revolutionizing the AI cloud landscape, we invite you to be part of our journey.*Note: This position mandates in-office presence at our San Jose or San Francisco locations for four days a week; our designated remote workday is Tuesday.Our Operations team is integral to delivering a seamless AI Infrastructure-as-a-Service (AI-IaaS) experience. This team is responsible for sourcing infrastructure and components, overseeing daily data center operations to ensure optimal performance, and facilitating cross-company coordination through product management to align operational capabilities with strategic objectives. By managing the entire lifecycle from procurement to deployment, our Operations team guarantees that our AI-driven infrastructure is robust, scalable, and aligned with our business priorities.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee large-scale GPU cluster deployments across data center colocation sites nationwide.Collaborate closely with Data Center engineering and operations to ensure the accurate deployment of infrastructure requirements.Advance multiple concurrent projects, evaluating risks and monitoring progress.Proactively manage dependencies and foresee/resolve execution challenges.Engage with a diverse range of cross-functional stakeholders, including Product, Engineering, and Operations, to ensure effective project execution and adherence to SLAs.Communicate progress and status updates with internal stakeholders and customer groups across various locations and time zones.Interact with stakeholders at all levels to resolve technical and scheduling issues.Cultivate strong partnerships across Lambda while leveraging your credibility and technical expertise to foster process improvements and efficiencies.Contribute to the development and expansion of new business opportunities.

About Demandbase:Demandbase is a pioneering pipeline AI platform dedicated to enabling go-to-market (GTM) teams to automate growth at scale. Our platform provides a cohesive view of data, insights, actions, and results, allowing B2B enterprises to effectively align and implement their account-based GTM strategies with confidence. Trusted by thousands of organizations, Demandbase helps maximize revenue, reduce waste, and streamline data and technology stacks—all within a single platform.At Demandbase, we are equally committed to nurturing talent and developing cutting-edge technology. We invest significantly in our people, culture, and community. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in the San Francisco Bay Area by Fortune and as one of the 60 Best Companies to Sell For by Selling Power. We have offices located in San Francisco, New York, Austin, Seattle, India, and the United Kingdom.Position OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to spearhead complex, cross-functional initiatives that are vital to engineering execution and product delivery. This role will bring clarity amidst ambiguity, foster alignment across teams, and enhance operational efficiency throughout the organization.In this high-visibility role, you will collaborate closely with engineering, product, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive high-impact projects from strategic planning through execution. We are looking for a TPM who can generate momentum, mitigate risks, and enhance team performance. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong ownership, sound judgment, and a practical approach to leveraging modern tools, including AI-enabled workflows, to expedite processes and facilitate informed decision-making.Location: Downtown San Francisco, hybrid work model with 2 days per week in the office.Compensation: $166,000 - $248,000

Peregrine Technologies, headquartered in San Francisco and supported by major Silicon Valley investors, partners with public safety agencies, government bodies, federal clients, and private sector organizations to tackle complex challenges. The company’s AI-driven platform transforms fragmented data into actionable intelligence, providing insights that help drive faster and more informed decisions. Peregrine’s solutions reach hundreds of clients across more than 30 states and two countries, impacting over 125 million people. With ongoing growth, the team is expanding into new enterprise and international markets. Role overview The Senior Technical Program Manager will play a key role in shaping Peregrine’s core product and the underlying platform. This position involves much more than coordination: it requires building processes, clarifying complexity, and uniting teams around major initiatives and architectural decisions. The work centers on establishing effective rhythms for progress, managing risks and dependencies, and ensuring that project execution supports business goals. Improving cost efficiency and infrastructure performance, while keeping issues visible early, is also a major focus. What you will do Lead technical programs that drive product and platform development Clarify complex requirements and align teams on strategy and architecture Set and maintain project cadences to ensure steady progress Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and potential blockers Connect daily execution with broader business outcomes Improve cost management and infrastructure performance Foster transparency to support early problem detection and resolution Shaping the discipline This role offers the chance to define Technical Program Management at Peregrine from the ground up. The Senior Technical Program Manager will develop playbooks, set standards, and shape how program management drives impact across the engineering team. For those interested in building operational foundations and influencing how teams collaborate, this position provides significant influence from the outset.

Join Us in Revolutionizing Healthcare!At Assort Health, our mission is to ensure that exceptional healthcare is accessible anytime, anywhere, for anyone. We are committed to creating a seamless and connected healthcare experience, where patients can receive quick answers and clear communication. Our innovative platform leverages AI to transform the way patients and providers interact, accommodating the complexities of healthcare while catering to the unique needs of each provider.As the most extensive patient experience platform powered by specialty-specific agentic AI, Assort Health integrates omnichannel AI agents with EHR/PMS systems, effectively reducing long hold times and inefficiencies that hinder timely patient care.Since our inception in 2023, we have successfully managed over 115 million patient interactions, drastically reducing average hold times from 11 minutes to just 1 minute. Our platform now supports thousands of providers while maintaining an impressive 98%+ resolution rate and 99% scheduling accuracy. With an outstanding patient satisfaction score of 4.5/5 from over 52,000 reviews, we have achieved remarkable growth, including a 20x revenue increase projected for 2025. We are rapidly scaling our operations and expanding our reach across the healthcare industry.About the Role:We are seeking a Technical Program Manager who will bring structure, clarity, and coordination to our engineering operations. This role involves close collaboration with engineering, product, and operations teams to streamline AI agent deployments, enhance internal processes, and ensure alignment as we grow. You will be instrumental in transforming ad hoc workflows into efficient, repeatable systems, enabling our engineering teams to work more effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their career, who enjoys solving operational challenges, working collaboratively, and establishing processes that accelerate technical team productivity.Responsibilities:Coordinate implementation projects across engineering teams and vital stakeholders.Establish clear processes for planning, tracking, and executing implementation tasks.Collaborate with operations to ensure the smooth delivery of agent implementation initiatives.Monitor progress across workstreams, ensuring teams remain aligned on priorities.Enhance visibility and organization across engineering projects.Support internal engineering operations, including recurring meetings, handoffs, and planning processes.

Join Superhuman as a Staff Technical Program Manager and be part of a transformative team reshaping the future of how the world communicates. With our hybrid working model, you will enjoy the flexibility of remote work complemented by in-person collaboration that cultivates trust, innovation, and a vibrant team culture.About SuperhumanSuperhuman, the AI productivity platform, is dedicated to unlocking superhuman potential in every individual. Our suite of applications seamlessly integrates with over 1 million tools, enhancing workflows through AI-driven features. With products like Grammarly, Coda, and Go, we empower over 40 million users globally to eliminate busywork and focus on what truly matters. To learn more about our mission and values, visit superhuman.com and explore our values here.The OpportunityAs a Staff Technical Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing Coda's development post-acquisition. Your mission will be to help create an AI-first, agentic future that enhances productivity while keeping users in control.Collaborating closely with engineering and product teams, you will drive the delivery of innovative capabilities that evolve Coda from a document tool into a dynamic workspace empowered by intelligent agents.Your efforts will significantly scale Coda, aiming to increase adoption tenfold among Grammarly users while exploring new monetization avenues.We are looking for a TPM who can navigate complex dependencies, align distributed teams, and ensure our vision of AI augmenting human productivity is realized.

Superhuman offers a hybrid work model in San Francisco, combining focused individual time with in-person collaboration to build trust, creativity, and a strong team culture. About Superhuman Superhuman, backed by Grammarly, develops an AI productivity platform that connects with over 1 million applications and websites. The platform brings together tools such as Grammarly's writing assistance, Coda’s collaborative workspaces, Mail’s inbox management, and Go, an AI assistant that adapts to each user. Since 2009, Superhuman has helped more than 40 million individuals, 50,000 organizations, and 3,000 educational institutions worldwide reduce busywork and focus on what matters most. Learn more at superhuman.com and see our core values. Role Overview Superhuman is looking for a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the evolution of Coda, following its recent acquisition. This role centers on merging flexible documentation with advanced AI to build a platform that shapes the future of work. The focus is on creating an AI-driven environment that improves user experience while ensuring human oversight remains central. What You Will Do Work closely with engineering and product teams to deliver new features that transform Coda into a dynamic, AI-native workspace Drive the scaling of Coda to serve the Grammarly user base, targeting a tenfold increase in adoption Identify and develop new product offerings to open additional monetization opportunities Navigate complex dependencies and align diverse engineering teams toward a unified vision Champion the integration of AI to enhance productivity while maintaining a strong human element Location This position is based in San Francisco with a hybrid work model.

Join Crusoe as a Senior Technical Program Manager, where you will lead transformative projects at the intersection of technology and innovation. In this role, you will be responsible for managing complex technical programs, ensuring timely delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your expertise will help shape our strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence.

Join Crusoe as a Senior Technical Program Manager where you will play a pivotal role in driving complex technical projects from inception to completion. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to high-quality standards.Your expertise will be crucial in establishing processes that enhance efficiency while navigating challenges. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about technology and innovation.

Join Murphy Talent Group as a Technical Product Manager, where you'll spearhead the development and delivery of cutting-edge recruiting and staffing solutions. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with engineering, design, and business teams to create innovative products that streamline hiring processes and enhance candidate experiences.This hybrid position requires you to work in our San Francisco office three days a week, allowing you to balance in-person collaboration with remote flexibility.

Join Quizlet as a Principal Technical Program Manager where you will lead large-scale technical projects that enhance our educational platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our users and contribute to our mission of making learning accessible and effective.

Be Part of the Revolution in Construction AutonomyAt Bedrock Robotics, we're transforming the landscape of construction with cutting-edge AI technology. Our team is composed of seasoned experts who have been instrumental in launching industry-defining initiatives such as Waymo, scaling Segment to a $3.2 billion acquisition, and driving Uber Freight's growth to $5 billion. We are actively deploying autonomous systems in heavy construction machinery nationwide, enhancing the efficiency of multi-billion dollar infrastructure projects and elevating safety standards on job sites. With an impressive $350 million in funding, we are swiftly addressing the urgent need for housing, data centers, manufacturing hubs, and tackling the construction industry's labor shortage.Join us in a dynamic environment where innovative algorithms meet real-world applications. Collaborate with industry veterans and elite engineers to tackle tangible challenges that surpass the limitations of simulation. If you are eager to leverage groundbreaking technology to make a significant impact alongside a talented team, we invite you to be part of our mission.We are seeking a passionate Technical Program Manager to help shape Bedrock's platform from inception, spearheading cross-functional initiatives encompassing hardware, onboard infrastructure, and safety.In this pivotal role, you will act as a catalyst for our most thrilling projects, transforming intricate hardware-software integration challenges into seamless, high-impact execution. You will work closely with exceptional engineering teams to deliver the next generation of autonomous construction machinery.This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, early-stage environments and is eager to establish robust processes that will empower our rapidly growing company.Your Responsibilities:Lead complex, cross-functional technical programs, guiding autonomous systems from early prototypes to production-ready deployment.Oversee execution across software, hardware, firmware, safety, and field operations, integrating deeply interconnected workstreams into a cohesive strategy.Direct system-level integration and milestone planning, ensuring timely alignment of firmware, drivers, hardware setup, vehicle production, and field deployments.Facilitate critical technical decision-making, guiding teams through trade-offs, clarifying uncertainties, and driving progress with urgency.Proactively identify and mitigate program and technical risks to ensure smooth execution.

About the TeamDoorDash Labs, founded in 2018, functions as the innovation powerhouse of DoorDash, dedicating efforts to the advancement of automation and robotics solutions aimed at refining last-mile logistics. Our mission is to develop technologies that bolster and enhance human networks, ultimately improving efficiency for Dashers, merchants, and consumers alike. We are fiercely committed to driving business impact and consist of a highly experienced team comprised of former innovators from various robotics sectors. As of 2025, DoorDash has successfully completed 10 billion deliveries, and we are focused on achieving the next 10 billion even more effectively.About the RoleIn your capacity as a Technical Program Manager for Hardware New Product Introduction (NPI), you will spearhead execution across cross-functional teams, including mechanical design, embedded systems, controls, and manufacturing operations. This role demands high ownership and is mission-critical, offering visibility throughout the complete hardware product lifecycle—from prototype to scaled deployment.You will oversee the introduction of intricate robotic systems into production, establish and uphold strict development and manufacturing milestones, and ensure smooth collaboration among internal engineering teams and external supply chain partners.This opportunity is perfect for a TPM who possesses deep technical fluency, thrives in uncertain environments, and boasts a proven history of successfully delivering high-stakes, multidisciplinary hardware projects.You will be excited about this opportunity because you will…Take ownership and drive intricate hardware and autonomy programs from concept to production, involving cross-functional coordination across mechanical, electrical, GNC, and firmware systems.Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives, managing build plans, integration milestones, and transitions to contract manufacturing.Act as the central point for coordinating design, manufacturing, validation, and supplier execution across multiple internal and external teams.Define and monitor program timelines, critical paths, and risk mitigation strategies across all technical disciplines.Collaborate with engineering leads to ensure technical decisions are in line with scheduling and manufacturing constraints.