Technical Program Manager

About the role (Intro)

As a Technical Program Manager at Humanoid, you will own the planning and execution of complex robotics development projects, ensuring predictable delivery of our highly integrated humanoid systems and our roadmap of capabilities for deployment at customer sites. You will lead cross-functional development with an emphasis on software/AI on new hardware, coordinating closely with our teams in Boston, Vancouver, and San Diego.

This is a high-impact role requiring strong technical judgment, systems thinking, and the ability to drive execution across deeply interdependent teams.

What Makes This Role Exciting

• Drive execution of next-generation humanoid robot programs from concept to deployment

• Work at the intersection of hardware, embedded systems, AI, robotics, and production

• Coordinate globally distributed engineering teams spanning multiple time zones

• Tackle the complex challenges of scaling robotics systems into products that work in the real world

What you'll own

Own the end-to-end planning and execution of a portfolio of projects in a robot new product introduction program, where you'll be accountable for scope, schedule, cost, and process. Your portfolio includes software and hardware projects, all of which are deeply cross-functional, spanning Systems, Safety, Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, Software, AI/ML, DFX, Regulatory, Integration, Test, Supply Chain, Design, Product, Marketing, Logistics, and more.

What we're looking for from you

• 3+ years of relevant post-graduate experience as a project or program manager for development of leading-edge software product development

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field relevant to software, AI, or robotics

• Technical background in development of complex systems that integrate new hardware, firmware, and software

• Experienced in modern tech software development processes and tools

• Exposure to hardware development and new product introduction

• Proficiency with multiple program management methodologies and tools

• Proven ability to create structure and clarity in ambiguous, fast-paced environments, managing influential stakeholders

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously

• Impressive written and verbal communication skills, both synchronous and asynchronous

• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence across diverse teams

• Ability to remain calm, structured, and effective under pressure, including with executive stakeholders

• Strong ability to understand and communicate complex technical concepts

• Systems-thinking mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities

• Adept applying AI to project management and development workflows

• Flexibility to shift hours as needed to collaborate with our international team

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or advanced hardware companies

• Experience in production development

• Experience working in speed-focused startup environments

• Experience across end-to-end lifecycle, from R&D to production

• Experience working with globally distributed teams

Why Join Humanoid

• Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan

• Collaboration with top-tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics

• Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives

• Ability to solve some of the most complex engineering challenges in robotics for the real world

• Meaningful time off to rest and recharge: 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and concessionary days over the Christmas period.

• Comprehensive extended health benefits starting on your first day, including fully paid medical and dental, virtual care, employee and family assistance, and worldwide emergency medical support

• Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in-office