Senior Technical Program Manager — QA & Validation (Systems & Tooling)

Who We Are Nuro is a pioneering self-driving technology firm dedicated to making autonomous vehicles a reality for everyone. Established in 2016, we are at the forefront of developing the world’s most scalable autonomous driving system, merging advanced artificial intelligence with robust automotive hardware. Nuro licenses its flagship technology, the Nuro D…

Waymo is a trailblazer in autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the most trusted driver in the world. Originating as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, our mission has been to develop the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—which enhances mobility access and aims to save thousands of lives currently lost in traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and can be integrated across various vehicle platforms and product applications. With over ten million rider-only trips, our technology has been validated through more than 100 million miles of autonomous driving on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.As a Technical Program Manager at Waymo, you will play a pivotal role in executing our roadmap by fostering effective cross-functional planning, ensuring clarity, and proactively managing risks. In a landscape filled with intricate technical and operational challenges lacking predefined solutions, you will act with a sense of urgency, driving critical conversations and outcomes. Collaborating closely with all functions at Waymo, you will structure, own, and propel the work necessary for real-world deployments of the Waymo Driver across platforms and regions.This position follows a hybrid work model and reports to a Technical Program Manager.

About Us Nuro is pioneering self-driving technology with the vision of making autonomy accessible to everyone. Established in 2016, we are developing the world’s most scalable driver, integrating advanced AI with automotive-grade hardware. Our flagship technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed to facilitate various applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles. With years of successful self-driving deployments, Nuro enables automakers and mobility platforms to achieve commercial-scale autonomous vehicles, fostering a safer, connected, and more enriching future. Role Overview At Nuro, safety is not just a priority; it is the cornerstone of our innovation. We are seeking a Systems Safety Technical Program Manager (TPM) who will navigate the crossroads of functional safety standards, platform integration, and interdisciplinary engineering. Your mission will be to ensure our vehicle gains public trust with every journey. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead safety program execution across hardware, embedded software, and control domains. You will translate ISO 26262 requirements into actionable initiatives, drive functional safety artifacts from inception to validation, and guarantee that our safety case is robust, traceable, and ready for audits. Key Responsibilities Safety Program Management:Lead comprehensive program execution for functional safety workstreams, collaborating with Controls, Hardware, and Embedded Software teams. Maintain program schedules, risk registers, and cross-functional dependency maps to ensure timely achievement of safety milestones. Track and resolve safety-related action items, open points, and audit findings across the vehicle platform. Functional Safety & Standards:Drive the development, review, and upkeep of Functional Safety Requirements (FSRs) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs) in accordance with ISO 26262. Support Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and safety goal derivation processes in partnership with systems safety engineers. Ensure all safety work products meet applicable ASIL targets (A–D). Platform Integration, Testing & Validation:Collaborate with integration and validation teams to devise safety-related test strategies for platform-level and system-level verification. Monitor coverage of safety requirements during integration testing, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL).

About UsNuro is at the forefront of autonomous technology, dedicated to making self-driving capabilities accessible to everyone. Established in 2016, we are developing the most scalable autonomous driver, integrating advanced AI with industry-standard automotive hardware. Our core technology, the Nuro Driver™, is licensed for various applications, including robotaxis, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles. With proven technology from years of autonomous deployments, Nuro provides automakers and mobility platforms a pathway to achieving commercial-scale autonomous vehicles, fostering a safer, more connected future.Role OverviewAs a Systems Engineering Technical Program Manager (TPM) at Nuro, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the robustness of our autonomous vehicle platform. Your focus will be on the challenging scenarios our systems must navigate, emphasizing the technical depth of our validation processes. This is not merely a scheduling position; you will work closely with the Autonomy, Simulation, and Systems Engineering teams to enhance the technical integrity of our validation program. This involves defining scenario sets, structuring fault injection strategies, and ensuring that our simulation coverage is meaningful and systematically advancing.Key ResponsibilitiesScenario & Coverage StrategyDeeply analyze complex scene sets for autonomy validation, ensuring coverage addresses safety-critical, edge-case, and adversarial scenarios based on real-world data and system requirements.Develop the technical framework for assessing validation coverage: identifying what is covered, recognizing gaps, and determining engineering actions to address them.Collaborate with systems engineers to convert system-level requirements and failure modes into precise, testable scenario definitions.Large-Scale SimulationLead the technical design of extensive simulation campaigns, including scenario selection, variation strategies, metrics definition, and result analysis.Coordinate with simulation and infrastructure teams to ensure campaign designs yield valuable insights: selecting optimal scenarios, achieving the right fidelity, and producing results that inform actionable engineering decisions.Identify and address instances where simulation results may be inconclusive or misleading, facilitating discussions to resolve these issues.

Waymo is seeking a dedicated and skilled Technical Program Manager for Hardware Programs to join our innovative team in Mountain View, California. As a pivotal member of our organization, you will oversee hardware program management, ensuring alignment with our ambitious goals and enhancing our autonomous driving technology.Your expertise will play a critical role in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and delivering high-quality hardware solutions. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology.

Who We AreAurora Innovation is dedicated to advancing the safety and accessibility of self-driving technology. Our mission is to transform mobility and logistics through the Aurora Driver, heralding a new era that enhances efficiency and safety for all users.At Aurora, you will collaborate with a team of passionate and intelligent individuals, tackling intricate challenges while expanding your expertise. Stay updated on our latest developments by visiting aurora.tech or following us on LinkedIn.Aurora seeks talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are eager to contribute to a transportation ecosystem that enhances road safety, delivers essential goods efficiently, and ensures accessible mobility for everyone.We are currently looking for a Staff Technical Program Manager for Embedded Software to spearhead the development of foundational infrastructure and testing environments within our Embedded Software division. In this pivotal role, you will oversee programs that bridge software platform engineering and hardware-software integration, ensuring our developers are equipped with the automated tools and high-fidelity testing environments essential for the safe deployment of the Aurora Driver.

Waymo, a pioneer in autonomous driving technology, is dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has made significant strides in developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access and save lives lost to traffic accidents. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hail service, while also being adaptable to various vehicle platforms and applications. With over ten million rider-only trips and more than 100 million miles driven autonomously on public roads, alongside tens of billions of miles simulated across 15+ U.S. states, our mission is clear.As a Senior Technical Program Manager, you will play a vital role in executing Waymo’s roadmap through strategic cross-functional planning and effective risk management. In an environment characterized by complex technical and operational challenges, you will foster meaningful discussions and drive outcomes. Collaborating closely with every department at Waymo, you will structure, lead, and propel initiatives toward the real-world deployment of the Waymo Driver across various platforms and regions.This position follows a hybrid work model, and you will report to the Manager of Technical Program Management.

Role overview The Senior Technical Program Manager for Strategic Escalations at Gleanwork plays a central role in managing high-impact technical projects. Based in Mountain View, CA, this position addresses urgent escalations that influence daily operations. Success in this role depends on effective coordination with teams across the company to resolve challenges and keep important initiatives moving forward. What you will do Oversee complex technical programs from the planning stage through execution Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve escalations promptly Drive initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and supporting company objectives Ensure projects are delivered on time and meet established quality standards

Join our dynamic team as a Staff Technical Program Manager at LinkedIn! In this pivotal role, you will spearhead innovative technical projects, driving the execution of strategic initiatives that align with our company’s mission. Your leadership will be crucial in coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining the highest standards of quality.As a Staff Technical Program Manager, you will leverage your extensive experience to navigate complex challenges, streamline processes, and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our technology landscape and help shape the future of LinkedIn!

About UsAt Aurora, we strive to revolutionize transportation through safe, rapid, and broad deployment of self-driving technology.Discover The Aurora Driver and join us as we usher in a new era of mobility and logistics that promises greater safety, efficiency, and accessibility for all. At Aurora, you will engage in tackling complex challenges alongside a team of passionate, intelligent professionals, enhancing your expertise while expanding your knowledge base. For the latest updates, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn. We are committed to hiring talented individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to contribute to a transportation ecosystem that enhances road safety, facilitates the timely delivery of essential goods, and improves mobility for everyone. We are currently seeking a Technical Program Manager to join our Product & Program Management team, focusing on two pivotal responsibilities: partnering with senior engineering leaders to develop cohesive architectures for future hardware platforms and collaborating with autonomy leaders and external partners to strategize and execute future fallback systems. The Aurora Architecture team integrates software and hardware systems, including on-vehicle software and hardware (compute, network, sensors), as well as connected software and network services.In this position, you will:Collaborate with senior executives and engineering leaders to drive architectural proposals, assess new technologies, and manage the execution of de-risking architectural decisions across hardware and software systems. Coordinate with various engineering teams to ensure that the architecture aligns with business objectives and enables transitions across multiple generations of hardware.Work alongside a team of experts to convert complex, ambiguous challenges into actionable solutions.

Join Waymo as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Onboard Software Integrity Infrastructure. In this role, you will develop and enhance software systems that ensure the reliability and safety of our autonomous vehicle technology. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that uphold the highest integrity standards in software performance.

Second Front Systems is on the lookout for an exceptional Senior Program Manager to spearhead the Second Front workstream within the DIU Proving Grounds program. This pivotal role places you directly within the DIU ecosystem, with a mission to facilitate the effective integration of innovative commercial dual-use technologies for the warfighter.In this dynamic position, you will oversee the comprehensive management of Other Transaction Authority (OTA) vehicles, guiding the critical journey from initial prototype solicitation through to successful production scaling.Position Location: Mountain View, CA (On-site at Defense Innovation Unit HQ)Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI (or eligibility to obtain one immediately).

Join aeva as a Senior Systems Engineering Program Manager, where you will spearhead intricate hardware initiatives from their inception to high-volume manufacturing. In this pivotal role, you will ensure alignment among engineering, manufacturing, and executive teams to deliver superior products on schedule and within budget. This position merges strategic oversight with practical execution, guaranteeing operational readiness across global platforms and fostering seamless collaboration with contract manufacturers and local teams.

Aurora Innovation seeks a Staff Security Technical Program Manager based in Mountain View, California. This role leads major security projects and works closely with teams throughout the organization to enhance security measures and ensure compliance with industry expectations. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute security strategies to protect Aurora’s technology and customer information. Work with engineering, product, and other internal groups to put security programs in place and track their effectiveness. Maintain alignment with current security standards and regulatory requirements. Role Impact This position plays a central part in shaping Aurora’s approach to security and safeguarding the company’s critical assets.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering cutting-edge technology that enhances safety in aviation, ultimately saving lives. Our vision is to transform air transportation into a safer, more efficient, and revolutionary means of moving goods and people globally. Our dedicated team comprises mission-driven engineers with expertise in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, all working diligently to make this vision a reality.As a Senior System Integration Engineer, you will collaborate with a dynamic team of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, reporting directly to the System Integration Engineering Manager. This role is integral to a small, highly motivated team focused on designing, testing, and flying advanced automated systems. You will find joy in integrating mechanical and electrical hardware safely and efficiently onto aircraft.ResponsibilitiesIn your capacity as a Senior System Integration Engineer, you will take ownership of vehicle-level projects throughout the planning, design, and testing phases. Your projects will encompass primary flight control hardware, data acquisition systems, hardware-in-the-loop testing, ground station development, and seamless integration with software and human-machine interface teams. You will guide the scheduling and prioritization of substantial integration projects, ensuring critical aircraft functions are integrated and tested effectively.

Role overview The Senior Technical Program Manager at Drivemode leads complex technical programs from initial planning through final delivery. This position requires close coordination across teams to keep projects on track, within defined scope, and meeting quality standards. The role is based in Mountain View, CA. What you will do Manage multiple technical programs, handling schedules, deliverables, and project scope Facilitate communication and collaboration among engineering, product, and other departments Track progress to confirm that quality expectations are met Contribute to enhancements of Drivemode’s products through structured program management Location This role is located in Mountain View, CA.

Role Overview LinkedIn is hiring a Staff Technical Program Manager for the Engineering department in Mountain View. This position leads technical programs that support operational excellence and encourage strong collaboration across teams. The role focuses on aligning project goals with LinkedIn’s broader objectives while keeping timelines and resources on track. What You Will Do Guide complex technical programs from planning through delivery Coordinate efforts across multiple engineering teams Ensure projects meet organizational goals and milestones Manage resources and schedules to keep programs moving forward Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team Influence product development through program leadership What We’re Looking For Experience managing large-scale technical initiatives Strong background in technology and program management Ability to foster collaboration and drive results across teams Commitment to operational excellence and process improvement

Join LinkedIn as a Staff Technical Program Manager in our Physical Infrastructure team, where you will spearhead critical projects that enhance our infrastructure capabilities. You'll collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure seamless execution of large-scale initiatives while driving strategic alignment and operational efficiency.

Join Waymo as a Systems Integration Engineer where you'll play a crucial role in enabling the integration of cutting-edge technology within our autonomous vehicles. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure systems work seamlessly together to create a safer and more efficient transportation solution.