Technical Program Manager

Number of employees

60

South San Francisco, CA

Posted on: 2026-08-03

Category: agritech

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

$130,000.00 - $190,000.00

About the company:

Agtonomy is an AI and software services company specializing in intelligent automation for agriculture, turf, and beyond. Through partnerships with leading equipment manufacturers, Agtonomy's platform is embedded into industrial machinery to enable automation in complex, real-world environments. Its platform boosts efficiency, safety, and sustainability, while allowing operators to retain command over every task.

About Us

Agtonomy brings intelligent automation to agriculture, turf, and other demanding industrial markets through Physical AI and software services. By partnering with trusted equipment manufacturers, factory-fit technology that transforms industrial machines into smart, efficient solutions built for safety and performance are a reality. Our team combines expertise in technology, product development, and industry knowledge to address critical challenges like labor shortages, sustainability, and productivity. We’re looking for people who want to work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where their ideas can make a real impact.

 
About the role

 

We are looking for a dynamic and problem-solving Technical Program Manager with a strong engineering background to join our team. You will be responsible for the engineering program management of new and existing autonomous vehicle systems through the entire product lifecycle. Additionally, you will engage with both component and vehicle partners to help define roadmaps and guide the development of new vehicle systems.

Benefits
 
• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision for the employee (partner, children, or family is additional)
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401k Plan
• Stock Options
• Collaborative work environment, working alongside a passionate, mission-driven team!
 
Our interview process is generally conducted in three (3) phases:
 
• Phone Screen with People Operations (30 minutes)
•Video Interview with the Hiring Manager (30 to 45 minutes)
• Panel Interview (in-person interviews scheduled with key stakeholders, each interview will be 30 to 45 minutes)
 

What You'll Be Doing

  • Partner with the cross-functional team to build a comprehensive plan for each project, highlighting the critical path. Track actual progress against the plan. Plan covers all aspects - scope, cost, timing.

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to understand the critical actions necessary for the successful introduction of new features, capabilities, and products, and ensure those needs will be met ahead of schedule.

  • Highlight and actively troubleshoot risks or misses against the plan.

  • Build and improve project execution tools and processes.

  • Distill organizational goals into strategic roadmaps and break them down into program plans.

  • Help fill organizational gaps to keep the critical path on track. Examples include:

  • Analyzing data to inform a prioritization or problem-solving activity

  • Managing component suppliers or contractors

  • Facilitating tactical stand-ups or problem-solving activity

  • Understanding technical decisions and drawing connections between groups

  • Support field testing to understand and mitigate risks as well as to recognize optimization opportunities.

  • Work with OEM partners and suppliers to communicate goals, costs, action items, and timelines between our teams.

  • What You'll Bring

  • 7+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing of complex electromechanical assemblies (e.g., aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or similar) or fast-paced software development.

  • Experience managing 3rd party resources such as contractors, skilled tradespeople, or suppliers

  • Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills

  • Experience with hardware bill of materials (BOMs), process documentation, costing, and vendors.

  • Experience in multiple aspects of hardware, software, and manufacturing operations

  • Preferably has a background in engineering with experience working on projects and  physical systems

  • Ability to dig deeper on the technical side, being hands-on, and asking lots of questions

  • Proven success in early-stage project management

  • Self-starter with strong initiative to find opportunities and jump into tasks

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