Technical Program Manager, Robotics Operations

Snapshot

The Robotics Operations team is looking for a Technical Program Manager to support the Google Deep Mind Robotics research organization by providing robot platforms, lab spaces, data collection and policy evaluation resources to solve "Embodied AI."

As a Technical Program Manager on the Robotics Operations team, you will apply program management methodologies to multiple research initiatives to accelerate Google Deep Mind's Embodied AI goals in a safe and responsible way.

• Partner closely with the data collection teams to establish and govern our internal data collection efforts.
• Partner closely with research teams to ensure seamless delivery of new evaluations and data collections.
• Ability to work with partners to advance and deliver cross-functional goals.
• Apply expertise in program management methodologies, tools, and relevant industry knowledge in Robotics to drive program success.
• Monitor and report on operational efficiency and resource utilization metrics.
• Oversee design and implementation of new environments for data collection or robot platform modifications with the Engineering team.
• Evaluate and improve processes, tools, templates and documentation for repeatability and sustainability.
• Implement processes and methodologies to reduce operational costs.
• Facilitate conversations, meetings and opportunities for collaboration to drive the best outcomes; create connections and relationships.

The Technical Program Manager must thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional value to and accelerate Google Deep Mind’s research through strategic cross-functional partnerships.

In order to set you up for success as a Technical Program Manager at Google Deep Mind, we look for the following skills and experience:

• Experience partnering with Research/Engineering leads on high impact, goal oriented, projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline along with equivalent practical experience 5+ years
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• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, workflows, and governance models to enhance efficiency within development teams.
• Excellent technical understanding and communication ability, with the ability to distill sophisticated technical ideas to their essence.
• Experience in solving complex challenges, implementing scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Knowledge of, or curious to learn about AI/machine learning research.
• Familiar with hardware and software testing and associated safety protocol.

In addition, the following would be an advantage:

• Robotics domain knowledge and experience.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Robotics/AI).
• Experience managing operational teams.
• Experience in a technical lab or production environment.