Technical Program Manager

Bear Robotics•Redwood City, CA

17d•$196,000 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Bear Robotics is at the forefront of automated hospitality solutions, pioneering AI-driven autonomous robots. As the Technical Program Manager to the CTO, you’ll play a crucial role in assisting the CTO with technical operations, project management, and strategic planning. You’ll need to be well-versed in engineering, with the ability to communicate effectively at a technical level. This role demands a blend of technical acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with various teams to ensure the successful execution of our technological initiatives. This position will be part of the existing TPM team, distributed across California and Korea. Must be flexible with working hours/time zones. Manage & anticipate executive calendar, coordinating all internal & external appointments. Set up video conferencing and meetings in a prompt and efficient manner with the assistance of the office administration. Ensure CTO’s email is organized and up to date. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Background as a PM or software engineer
Proficiency in technical tools and software relevant to robotics
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail
High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including Board members, senior executives, staff, investors, community leaders, vendors, media contacts
Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
Ability to work with multiple time zones (Both USA and Korea)
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or robotics engineering.
3-5 years of experience in technical project management or a technical role supporting leadership.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Korean & English (preferred)
Experience in a start-up environment
Robotics software development experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between the CTO and other departments, ensuring clear communication of technical requirements and project goals.
Support the CTO in strategic planning and decision-making by providing insights and recommendations based on technical data and industry trends.
Oversee and manage key project and product milestones to ensure timely progress and successful outcomes.
Capture key takeaways from meetings and ensure timely execution of resulting action items.
Maintain organized records of technical documents, project files, and correspondence.
Manage & anticipate executive calendar, coordinating all internal & external appointments.
Set up video conferencing and meetings in a prompt and efficient manner with the assistance of the office administration.
Ensure CTO’s email is organized and up to date.
Performs other related duties as assigned