Google

Technical Program Manager III, NPI, Cloud AI

Google$163K — $236K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or relevant practical experience.
  • 5+ years in program management with a focus on software programs.
  • Experience leading New Product Introductions (NPI) across product lifecycles.
  • Proficient in the software development lifecycle and processes.
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end system software development programs focusing on Firmware/software (FW/SW) integration.
  • Coordinate planning and execution across various partner teams for TPU software integration.
  • Ensure delivery of necessary software components for new NPI in the production fleet.
  • Support long-term roadmap development and resource allocation as a Technical Program Manager.
  • Identify bottlenecks using technical judgment to enhance software quality and release predictability.

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Flexible work schedule and remote work options.
  • Generous vacation and paid time off policies.
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and equity benefits.
Full Job Description
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience in program management.
  • Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) across product lifecycles, specifically supporting software programs through hardware development and deployment.
  • Experience with the software development process and lifecycle.

Preferred qualifications:
  • 5 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
  • Experience in software engineering, preferably as a developer or development manager, with strong understanding of software development processes, tools, software test/qualification, release methodologies.
  • Knowledge/experience with NPI development, firmware, driving software quality and process transformation.
  • Excellent program management skills, with the demonstrated ability to successfully drive and land software programs.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong problem-solving, negotiation and organizational skills.


About the job

A problem isn't truly solved until it's solved for all. That's why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you'll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish. You'll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers.

As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) for TPU Software, you will be at the forefront of Google's AI infrastructure. You will drive high-impact software programs and New Product Initiatives (NPI). Your primary mission will be to lead the software programs that enable the development, bring-up, and large-scale deployment of our next-generation platforms.This is a highly cross-functional role requiring a blend of deep technical understanding and program management. You will navigate the complexities of system software, firmware, and production fleet integration to ensure our AI hardware is performant, stable, and ready for global scale.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $163000 - $236000 (USD) 15% bonus target equity benefits

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Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end system software development programs, specifically focusing on Firmware/software (FW/SW) integration to support the bring-up, testing, and validation of new NPI generations.
  • Orchestrate planning and execution across partner teams, including AI2, GCP, GCD, and Core, to ensure seamless integration of TPU software into the broader Google ecosystem.
  • Manage the delivery of allied software components required to enable new NPI within the production fleet, ensuring all reliability and performance milestones are met.
  • Provide critical Technical Program Manager (TPM) support for long-term roadmap development and resource allocation, balancing immediate project needs with future infrastructure goals.
  • Apply technical judgment to identify systemic bottlenecks. Drive initiatives that measurably improve software quality, developer velocity, and release predictability.


About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
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