In this role, you will direct the software for a strategic program to deliver a first party product, Spatial AR Glasses for XR and DSPG. You will ensure cross-team alignment on goals, priorities, roadmap, and schedules while effectively communicating the status and health of releases to all stakeholders. This role requires the ability to identify and resolve gaps in current processes and tools to ensure successful delivery, as well as the identify methods that contribute to operational scalability for the internal team.
The ideal candidate must have a track record of delivering large-scale software and hardware projects. This experience is essential for navigating the complexities of AR product development and ensuring high-quality releases.
For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by
breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where
lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
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Responsibilities
- Develop strategy, define, lead, and own the execution of strategic XR programs from conception to launch, ensuring alignment with the overall product vision and business objectives. Drive program schedules, identify risks, manage dependencies, and communicate status to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
- Manage complex stakeholder relationships, build alliances, and advocate for program needs across different organizations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product Management, UX Design, Research, and Operations to deliver high-quality XR products and services.
- Lead triage with Tech Leads on incoming challenges for your focus areas.
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in program or project management.
- Experience delivering software and hardware projects.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in XR/Augmented Reality (AR) and worked in the XR industry.
- Solid understanding of AI and software.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations, establish structure, and lead programs.
- Ability to program manage effectively with strong communication and collaboration skills and experience driving and influencing large teams, including executives.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
San Jose, CA, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; Miami, FL, USA; Seattle, WA, USA.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year