Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure

Etched

• $130K — $160K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years in technical program management, particularly in hardware or AI environments.
  • PMP certification with a proven track record of cross-functional project delivery.
  • Strong knowledge of ASIC design, hardware platforms, and software integration.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and influence skills.
  • Proactive in identifying risks and process improvement opportunities.
  • Experience with program management tools like Google Workspace and JIRA.

Responsibilities

  • Drive collaboration across Infrastructure teams including DevOps, Core Engineering, Security, and IT.
  • Manage external vendor partnerships to ensure timely and quality service delivery.
  • Proactively identify risks and craft mitigation strategies to protect project timelines.
  • Optimize engineering efficiency through refined program management processes.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities regularly to leaders and stakeholders.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to gauge success and strategic alignment.
  • Facilitate resolution of technical issues using deep technical knowledge.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with generous premium coverage.
  • $500 monthly credit offered for waiving medical benefits.
  • $2,000 monthly housing subsidy for local employees.
  • Relocation support provided for new hires moving to San Jose.
  • Wellness benefits covering fitness and mental health resources.
  • Complimentary daily lunch and dinner on-site.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

As our Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure you will own end-to-end program delivery across the org - driving alignment between internal teams, managing external vendor relationships, and ensuring that every dependency, risk, and milestone is visible to the people who need to act on it. You'll establish the KPIs and operational cadences that keep programs on track, and continuously refine our processes to make the entire Infrastructure organization faster and more effective.

You'll be the connective tissue between engineering and leadership - translating technical complexity into clear status, surfacing risks before they become blockers, and facilitating resolution of the cross-disciplinary issues that emerge at the intersection of ASIC design, hardware platforms, and software integration. When priorities shift, you don't just adapt - you help the organization navigate the shift without losing momentum.

This role demands deep technical fluency alongside exceptional organizational and communication skills. You're not just tracking tasks - you're building the program management foundation that lets world-class engineers move at the pace Etched needs to win.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive collaboration across our Infrastructure org, including DevOps/DevX, Core Engineering, Security and IT.
  • Partner with external vendors to ensure any external services are being delivered on time and meet quality standards.
  • Identify risks proactively and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and quality.
  • Optimize engineering and operational efficiency by continuously refining program management processes.
  • Foster a culture of accountability and transparency by regularly communicating with executive and engineering leaders on project status, risks, and opportunities.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress, success, and strategic alignment.
  • Leverage technical understanding of hardware, ASIC, and software integration to facilitate cross-disciplinary communication and resolution of technical issues.
  • Operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and emerging challenges.


You may be a good fit if you have:
  • 8-10+ years of experience in technical program management, ideally in hardware, semiconductor, or AI technology environments.
  • A PMP certification with a demonstrated track record of delivering complex, cross-functional projects.
  • Strong technical knowledge in ASIC design, hardware platforms, and software integration.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills that influence without authority.
  • A proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities for process improvement.
  • Experience using program management tools and methodologies such as Google Workspace and JIRA.


Strong candidates may also have experience with:
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred).
  • Managing and nurturing external vendor and supplier relationships.
  • Implementing best practices in program delivery to drive operational performance improvements.


Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
    • $500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
  • Housing subsidy of $2,500 per month for those living within walking distance of the office
  • Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
  • Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
  • Daily lunch and dinner in our office
  • Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification


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