Senior Technical Program Manager
Company: Apptronik
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing
AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our
flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate
thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as
manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in
healthcare, the home, and beyond. We operate at the cutting edge of
embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack
to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a
team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the
complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass
production to change the world for the better. JOB SUMMARY We are
looking for an experienced Senior Technical Program Manager to lead
large cross-functional teams through a full product lifecycle. As a
Senior Technical Program Manager, you will orchestrate the
integration of various engineering disciplines to help develop and
drive program plans. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ownership : Own programs end-to-end. Identify resource requirements
and be accountable for executing on company goals and roadmap.
Challenge assumptions and foster a results-driven culture.
Orchestration : Partner directly with engineering teams to execute
solutions and adapt quickly when priorities shift. Coordinate
across multiple functions including engineering, operations, supply
chain, and finance to keep all stakeholders aligned and informed.
Planning : Create and communicate clear paths to success. Develop
schedules, define milestones, and maintain execution plans that
keep programs on track. Communication : Proactively communicate
project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders. Clearly
articulate requirements, goals, and milestones across teams. SKILLS
AND REQUIREMENTS System-Level Product Development Leadership –
Experience managing complete hardware software product life cycles
from concept through deployment and scaled production. Hands-On
Technical Partnership – Proven ability to work closely with
engineering teams on architectural decisions, interface definition,
and complex technical problem-solving — not just schedule
management. New Product Introduction (NPI) - Demonstrated success
transitioning products from prototype to manufacturing, including
DFM/DFA considerations. Cross-Disciplinary System Integration –
Proven experience coordinating mechanical, electrical, firmware,
product, software, and AI/ML teams to deliver fully integrated,
sophisticated systems. Program Execution & Results Orientation –
Track record of driving measurable outcomes, managing critical path
and interdependencies, and delivering against company roadmap
goals. Deployment & Commercialization Readiness – Experience
supporting system integration and scaling hardware/software
platforms. Influence in Resource-Constrained Environments – Ability
to align product and engineering teams, prioritize effectively, and
execute successfully in fast-paced, limited-resource settings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer,
Mechanical Engineering or Applied Physics required 5 years of
experience in program management or engineering management,
including leading cross-functional teams in both hardware and
software Preferred: Experience in robotics Preferred: Master's
degree in Engineering PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Prolonged periods of
sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift
15 pounds at times. Vision to read printed materials and a computer
screen. Hearing and speech to communicate. *This is a direct hire.
Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Apptronik provides equal
employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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