Technical Program Manager

Summary

Join Bedrock, a company pioneering autonomous technologies for ocean exploration, as a Technical Program Manager (TPM). Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives driving the development, integration, and deployment of our robotics systems. Act as the bridge between engineering and commercial teams, ensuring technical execution aligns with customer needs and business goals. The ideal candidate is an experienced engineer and strategic problem-solver thriving in complex and ambiguous environments. You will take ownership of coordination, communication, and delivery, driving clarity and successful outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to explore the ocean's depths and contribute to groundbreaking technology.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in technical program management, in robotics and autonomous systems
• Hands-on experience in deploying and operating robotic systems
• Proven track record managing complex, cross-disciplinary programs from prototype through production and commercialization
• Strong understanding of robotics technologies (e.g., mechatronics, embedded systems, perception, autonomy)
• Experience aligning engineering deliverables with customer requirements, commercial timelines, and business strategy
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana) and Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Engineering or technical background (B.S. or M.S. in engineering, computer science, or related field)
• Have both startup and corporate experiences

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end program management for our technology development, including hardware, firmware, software, and system integration
• Collaborate with engineering leads to define project scope, technical requirements, resources, and milestones
• Coordinate closely with commercial stakeholders to align technical roadmaps with business priorities, customer commitments, and go-to-market strategies
• Ensure that product delivery schedules and system capabilities meet or exceed commercial and contractual obligations
• Develop and maintain detailed program plans, timelines, risk assessments, and communication frameworks
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination between engineering, product, manufacturing, operations, and business development teams
• Identify and resolve technical and operational roadblocks to ensure delivery goals are met
• Serve as the central point of communication, ensuring stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout all phases of the program
• Implement best practices in program management and continuously improve execution processes
• Support decision-making with data, analysis, and clear reporting on program status, risks, and outcomes
• Provide clarity and communication of what we can achieve and how we will resolve challenges when things don’t go as planned