Technical Program Manager, AI Hardware

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The Technical Program Manager is an integral part of the AI silicon engineering development team and will be responsible for managing cross‑functional projects from end‑to‑end. This role entails significant leadership in silicon product development for high‑density compute, spanning component design, integration, scheduling, engineering builds, test/validation plans, change management, supply chain and production ramp. As the AI hardware project iterates quickly, the TPM role is crucial to leading the teams to success.

• Efficiently manage project scope, schedule, cost, and resources to ensure goals are achieved within program milestones
• Develop and maintain progress trackers that detail the variety of development tasks needed during a product lifecycle (design releases, tests, supply selection, validation/sign‑off)
• Develop systems and best practices for communication of status, blockers and changes
• Consolidate inputs from across the program into executive reviews highlighting risks and actions
• Efficiently manage tool vendors and supply chain partners
• Own product BOM accuracy and communication between design, supply chain, and assembly
• Lead your teams with strength and confidence through rapid development cycles, changing requirements, and uncertainty

• Degree in Design or Development, or equivalent experience with proof of exceptional abilities
• 5+ years experience in silicon design and product development, ideally with multiple delivered products in medium‑to‑high volume industry
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills with ability to work in a highly cross‑functional environment
• Experience in fast‑paced environment with exposure to end‑to‑end product deployment – from concept through development and successful launch
• Understanding of the silicon design – Architecture/RTL to GDSII and problem‑solving processes
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and manage diverse teams
• Detail‑oriented with strong record‑keeping and organizational skills
• Proficiency in PM/communication tools such as Confluence, Jira, schedules, etc.

• Medical plans – plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company‑paid Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution when enrolled in the high‑deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company‑paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance (90‑day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, accrued hours for hourly positions), and paid holidays
• Back‑up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits – critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight loss and tobacco cessation programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

$100,000 – $216,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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