Senior Staff Technical Program Manager

Sonatus$184K — $253K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in Technical Program Management for complex software releases.
  • Strong understanding of software development processes.
  • Highly organized and self-motivated, with multitasking ability.
  • Experience managing projects from initiation to completion with regular updates.
  • Technical background in engineering methodology for problem-solving.
  • Ability to navigate complex, ambiguous scenarios across teams.
  • Proficient in Agile Project Management.

Responsibilities

  • Drive internal teams to develop and monitor project plans and schedules.
  • Coordinate software releases and manage engineering change requests.
  • Lead multiple projects simultaneously, developing contingency plans as needed.
  • Quickly grasp business needs and present relevant reports to various teams.
  • Maintain documentation and track action items to ensure project progress.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
  • Flexible spending programs for dependent care.
  • Robust retirement plan (401k).
  • Life insurance options including basic and voluntary coverage.
  • Unlimited paid time off plus 14+ paid holidays.
  • Hybrid work arrangement with on-site perks.
  • Free lunches and snacks on-site.
  • Wellness benefits allowance.
  • Reimbursement for phone and internet expenses.
  • Allowance for computer accessories.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:

We are looking for a highly motivated Technical Program Manager to define, manage, and support Sonatus Engineering projects. The ideal candidate will need to coordinate and communicate project status, follow up on action items, and identify solutions to issues across various partners and customers. The ideal candidate should be a meticulous organizer, an out-of-the-box thinker, and an excellent communicator with a can-do attitude.
Responsibilities:
  • Drive internal engineering teams in the development of project plans, monitor schedules, document agreements & meeting minutes, track action items, and drive issues to successful closures.
  • Coordinate and manage software releases and engineering change requests.
  • Lead multiple simultaneous projects and be able to develop mitigation plans when challenges surface.
  • Grasp business needs and issues quickly and be comfortable in presenting reports and providing status to different teams.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of Technical Program Management experience leading complex software releases.
  • Strong understanding of software development processes.
  • Self-motivated, persistent, organized, with the ability to multitask across several projects.
  • Manage projects from initiation to completion, while providing regular updates and communication to cross-functional teams and partners.
  • Utilize technical background and engineering methodology to prioritize and tackle complex problems.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally on large, complex programs with a high level of ambiguity and strategically lead programs to success.
  • Well-versed in Agile Project Management processes.
  • Work well with rapid changes and feel comfortable navigating through uncertain and ambiguous situations.
  • Prior experience working in one or more areas such as Embedded Software, Cloud Networking, TCP/IP based products, or the Automotive industry.
Desired Skills:
  • Technical background preferred in Networking, Automotive Infrastructure, Electrical, or Mechanical.
  • Experience with Microsoft Project, JIRA, Excel, or similar tools.
  • Develop processes to cut through complexity; employ creative methods to navigate across hurdles both technical and organizational.
  • Cultivate meaningful collaboration across teams and geographical boundaries.
  • Experience in automotive design review and audit processes, such as ISO 26262, Automotive SPICE, or ASIL standards, will be a plus.
Sunnyvale HQ Benefits & Perks Offered:
  • Health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Flexible and Dependent Care Expense program
  • Retirement plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Unlimited paid time off per year, 14+ paid holidays
  • Hybrid office work arrangement
  • Complimentary lunches, snacks, and beverages during on-site working days
  • Wellness benefit allowance
  • Phone & Internet reimbursement
  • Computer Accessory Allowance


The posted salary range is a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate of what Sonatus ("Company") could reasonably expect to pay for a base salary for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. The Company reserves the right to modify this range in the future, as needed, as market conditions change.

Base Salary Pay Range

$184,000-$253,000 USD

About Sonatus

Sonatus is a software and technology company that provides a cloud-based platform for managing and securing enterprise applications. The company's platform enables organizations to manage and secure their applications across multiple clouds and data centers, providing visibility and control over their entire application infrastructure. Sonatus was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
Learn more about Sonatus
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2018

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