Sr. Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction

Tesla•Buffalo, NY

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Program Manager, NPI to oversee and manage complex technical projects, driving the development and delivery of engineering solutions across various technical domains. This position is suited for an individual with a strong technical background who can effectively collaborate with cross functional teams, engineering teams, manage technical project lifecycles, and contribute directly to the design and implementation of advanced solutions. The role requires significant involvement in engineering tasks and technical decision-making. This role may have direct reports assigned dependent upon demonstrated ability and skills.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering (e.g., Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering), or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in managing and executing technical projects with a focus on engineering solutions
Proven experience in leading cross-functional engineering teams in the delivery of complex, technical programs and projects
Strong technical background, with expertise in relevant programming languages, development frameworks, and engineering methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
Proficiency in technical tools for project management, version control, and collaboration (e.g., Jira, Git, Confluence)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience with risk analysis, technical decision-making, and problem-solving in an engineering context
Familiarity with industry-standard engineering practices, coding standards, and software architecture principles

Responsibilities

Technical Project Leadership: Lead the execution of technical projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with technical specifications, timelines, and business objectives. Provide hands-on leadership in addressing complex technical challenges
Engineering Oversight: Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (e.g., software, hardware, systems) to design, develop, and deploy high-quality technical solutions. Ensure the technical feasibility and integrity of the project design and architecture. May lead small group of engineers to effectively launch new products
Technical Requirements Analysis: Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into detailed technical specifications and engineering solutions. Identify and assess technical risks and mitigation strategies
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, workflows, and practices. Implement best practices to optimize efficiency, quality, and scalability in the technical execution of projects
Risk Management: Evaluate technical risks and propose solutions for risk mitigation during all phases of the project lifecycle. Proactively resolve technical issues by engaging with engineers and architects to find viable solutions
Collaboration with Engineering Teams: Facilitate communication and collaboration between development teams, architects, designers, and other technical professionals to ensure seamless execution of complex engineering projects
Technical Documentation: Maintain up-to-date technical documentation, including project plans, architecture diagrams, requirements, and change management records. Ensure proper documentation is available for compliance, audits, and future system enhancements
Innovation & Technology Evaluation: Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and tools relevant to the engineering field. Assess new technologies for potential integration into ongoing projects and future product roadmaps
Design Review & Quality Assurance: Participate in design reviews and technical assessments to ensure the highest standard of product quality and performance. Support engineering teams in troubleshooting and debugging technical issues
Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the primary technical point of contact for external vendors, partners, and stakeholders. Represent the technical vision and requirements within the broader project management and business leadership teams

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
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 Accounts) 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 to include: 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