Technical Program Manager II, System Engineering, Pixel Hardware

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.

The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $138,000-$198,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of Pixel hardware products and drive the overall execution of the team.
  
• Lead cross-functional teams to meet schedule, system build milestones, cost, quality and manufacturability.
  
• Drive product development processes and phase gate reviews with the cross-functional teams.
  
• Lead resolution on key technical issues and communication of project status to stakeholders and leadership.
  
• Interface between joint development partners and cross-functional Engineering and Operation teams.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 2 years of experience in program management.
  
• Experience managing hardware system engineering.
• Experience across all phases of hardware product development from prototype to mass production.

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• Experience with consumer electronics and shipping high volume/high quality products.
• Knowledge of product life-cycle, tools, processes, and operations planning.
• Ability to lead technical teams, cross-functional groups, and vendors against plans.
• Ability to strategize communication and influence beyond immediate team and organization.