Technical Product Manager, Robotics

$122,000 - $186,000/Yr

Deepmind - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Mountain View, CA

About the position

The Technical Program Manager will support the Google DeepMind Robotics research organization by managing multiple research initiatives aimed at advancing Embodied AI. This role involves applying program management methodologies to ensure the successful delivery of projects while collaborating with various teams to enhance operational efficiency and resource utilization.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge to identify and execute pragmatic solutions.
• Work with partners to advance and deliver cross-functional goals.
• Partner closely with data collection teams to establish and govern internal data collection efforts.
• Collaborate with research teams to ensure seamless delivery of new evaluations and data collections.
• Utilize expertise in program management methodologies and tools 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.

Requirements

• Experience partnering with Research/Engineering leads on high impact, goal-oriented projects.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline along with equivalent practical experience.
• 5-10 years of experience in program management.
• 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 and implementing scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Knowledge of, or curiosity to learn about AI/machine learning research.
• Familiarity with hardware and software testing and associated safety protocols.

Nice-to-haves

• Robotics domain knowledge and experience.
• Experience managing operational teams.
• Experience in a technical lab or production environment.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $122,000 - $186,000
• Bonus
• Equity
• Comprehensive benefits package