Technical Program Manager, Hardware Modules

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Technical Program Manager, Hardware. You will: • Own end-to-end program management for next gen lidar and other sensing and compute modules (e.g., cameras, telematics) from concept through Proto, EVT, DVT, PVT and handover to operations • Build and drive detailed, bottoms-up schedules with cross-functional dependencies and long-lead items; identify when work is off track and drive recovery plans • Own the prototype build plan and build readiness (materials, line and test readiness, quality), publish build reports, and drive issues to closure • Drive design releases, design reviews (EE/ME/FW, DFM/DFA, DFMEA/PFMEA, EMC, SI/PI, thermal) and phase-gate reviews with Engineering, Reliability, DV, Systems and Vehicle Integration teams • Manage technical relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers in partnership with Global Supply Management: SOWs, build schedules, open-issue lists and supplier performance • Own the program risk register and communicate status, risks and decisions clearly to stakeholders and leadership through weekly updates and program reviews You have: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Optical, Systems or a related engineering field, or equivalent practical experience • 4+ years of technical program or project management experience delivering hardware modules (sensors, cameras, electronics or electro-mechanical products) • Experience taking at least one hardware module through a structured product development process (Proto/EVT  DVT  PVT), with working knowledge of design reviews, DFM/DFA, DFMEA, design verification (DV) and reliability testing • Experience managing suppliers and contract manufacturers, including SOWs, build coordination and open-issue tracking • Demonstrated ability to build and own complex schedules, manage risks and drive cross-functional issues to closure using tools such as Jira, Buganizer or Smartsheet • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to concisely summarize technical status and risks for engineers and leadership We prefer: • Experience with lidar, camera, radar or other perception sensor modules, including optical/opto-mechanical assembly and calibration • Experience with automotive Tier 1 or OEM product development and quality processes (APQP, PPAP, DFMEA/PFMEA, DVP&R) • Hands-on experience designing, building and testing a complete vehicle or robotic system as part of a small multidisciplinary team • Experience with configuration and change management (CCB) and tracking prototype, engineering-vehicle and production configurations • Familiarity with costed BOM management, PO tracking and material readiness planning with supply chain teams • Experience organizing design validation across internal teams and suppliers (e.g., DVP dashboards) and aligning hardware milestones with software/perception vehicle-level testing The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process. Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements. Salary Range $159,000-$196,000 USD