Technical Program Manager, Parallel

• This role demands strong communication, technical depth, organizational rigor, attention to detail, and a bias for action
• You should thrive in fast-paced environments, be comfortable in the details of physical systems, and bring structure to complex, multi-disciplinary development efforts
• 5+ years of experience in technical program management or engineering program roles
• Strong technical background with experience working closely with hardware and software teams
• Proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional programs on time and budget
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and program tracking tools
• Ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity in a high-growth startup environment

Desirable

• Parallel Systems is looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead execution across our vehicle hardware, autonomy systems, and enterprise software
• This is the first TPM hire at the company - a critical role responsible for keeping engineering efforts aligned as we develop and scale the next generation of autonomous rail vehicles
• You’ll work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams to track progress, manage timelines, surface risks, and ensure seamless integration across all parts of the system
• From tracking hardware builds and test cycles to coordinating software and firmware dependencies, you’ll drive programs that sit at the heart of our product roadmap
• Work with leadership to own and manage the integrated master schedule (IMS) that owns the hardware, software, and product deliveries
• Coordinate timelines, priorities, and deliverables across hardware, firmware, and software teams for both current and next generation platforms
• Track milestones, manage risks, and drive resolution on blockers
• Ensure alignment on requirements between engineering, product, and customer teams
• Facilitate regular syncs, status reporting, and planning sessions
• Create and maintain documentation to support clear visibility and execution at all levels
• Support development and integration of new vehicle generations, enterprise software upgrades, and firmware iterations
• After 30 Days: You’ve ramped up on our development processes, tools, and teams, and established a clear understanding of the current vehicle and software stack. You own and maintain the cross-functional integrated master schedule (IMS). You’ve begun managing active programs and created an execution dashboard with forward-looking key timelines
• After 60 Days: You’re driving weekly program updates across hardware, software, and firmware teams, surfacing cross-functional risks and pushing clarity on critical path items. You’ve led coordination on at least one major cross-functional release, with a clear post-mortem process in place. You’ve introduced process improvements that enhance visibility and delivery speed
• After 90 Days: You’re seen as a go-to partner for program planning and execution across the company. You’ve identified and mitigated future risks for the company across critical path items