Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager – Specs Team

We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead programs for a consumer electronic device from concept to delivery. The role involves creating and managing hardware project schedules, coordinating across engineering, product, and operations teams, and driving best practices in a fast‑paced production setting.

• Drive programs for a consumer electronic device from concept to delivery as a system engineering project manager.
• Create hardware project schedules that align with product requirements, technical challenges, tooling lead‑times, and business needs.
• Communicate with hardware and software engineering, product management, and operations.
• Plan milestones, anticipate setbacks, and support troubleshooting and/or contingency plans.
• Drive best practices and production processes in a fast‑paced production setting.
• Document and execute on product specifications and test plans.
• Develop business relationships with external partners and vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or equivalent years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical, mechanical, or hardware project management at a tech or consumer electronics company.
• Approximately 25% travel, including international.

• Expert in schedule creation and management for hardware products.
• Ability to design experiments (DOE) for hardware build configurations and hardware build management.
• Proficient with materials planning and lead times for hardware builds.
• Skilled at risk identification and mitigation across hardware.
• Strong motivational leadership skills.

• Proven track record of interdisciplinary system integration of electrical, mechanical, and software components.
• Experience with project/issue tracking and version control software.
• Experience driving complex programs in a fast‑paced consumer electronics environment.

• Paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Emotional and mental health support programs.
• Compensation packages that include equity.

Snap Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.