Technical Program Manager, Systems

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Technical Program Manager (TPM), Systems to join our AR Glasses team. In this role, you will drive the development and delivery of cutting-edge AR Glasses that push industry boundaries and exceed customer expectations. As a key leader, you will champion our rapid hardware development model, leveraging your knowledge to design and build "glasses for everyone." This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of wearable technology and make a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Technical Program Manager, Systems Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineering, product management, architecture, operations, and other teams to drive and track the investigation, definition, and delivery of advanced products.
• Develop strategies and schedules for development, delivery, and qualification based on system requirements, technical challenges, lead times, and business needs.
• Oversee communication between internal engineering teams and external vendors.
• Collaborate with teams to establish milestones, provide program updates, and proactively identify and address potential challenges.
• Lead engineering teams in resolving technical issues efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate across functions to establish best practices and technology development processes in a fast-evolving environment, ensuring timely delivery.
• Oversee engineering builds from initial prototyping to qualification builds.
• Ensure program documentation is comprehensive, up-to-date, and accessible for both staff and leadership review.
• Contribute to resource planning and budget oversight to ensure the successful execution of the program.
• Travel up to 20% both domestically and internationally, depending on program requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of experience as a Program Manager, overseeing hardware system programs from concept to mass production for consumer electronic devices.
• Experience with the phase gate process for managing technology development projects.
• Experience with component and module qualification, validation, and characterization processes.
• Knowledge of program issue/bug tracking and risk management.
• Experience in communication and collaborating with technical teams.
• Experience in problem-solving and organizational management.
• Experience in fostering relationships and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience overseeing complex system builds in a contract manufacturing environment.

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

$195,000/year to $267,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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