GridCARE · 2 months ago
Senior Technical Program Manager — Government Grants
Redwood City
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expGridCARE is a leading venture-backed startup focused on unlocking hidden capacity in the electric grid to support AI infrastructure. The Senior Technical Program Manager — Government Grants will lead and manage government-funded programs, ensuring compliance, timely payments, and identifying future funding opportunities while coordinating with various stakeholders.
Utilities
Responsibilities
Lead execution of GridCARE’s government-funded projects, ensuring technical and administrative milestones are met on time and within scope
Serve as primary liaison with government program officers, contracting officials, and technical reviewers. Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, tracking milestones, deliverables, budgets, and payments
Ensure all documentation, reporting, and cost-share tracking meet government sponsors and audit standards
Manage and expand partnerships with utilities — onboarding new partners, structuring agreements, and coordinating pilot activities
Oversee subcontractors to ensure Scopes of Work align with GridCARE’s technical roadmap and business priorities
Coordinate with internal teams to align R&D, engineering, and commercialization efforts across all funded activities
Author and lead new grant proposals including budgets, schedules, and narratives. Track RFPs, funding calls, and program opportunities aligned with GridCARE’s mission
Build and sustain relationships with program officers and agency leaders to shape future funding opportunities
Prepare and deliver high-quality progress reports, technical presentations, and government sponsor briefings
Translate complex technical work into clear, compelling narratives for technical and policy audiences
Represent GridCARE at conferences, technical workshops, and industry events
Qualification
Required
7+ years managing large-scale technical programs sponsored by DOD, DOE, DHS, CEC, NYSERDA, or similar agencies
Proven success in writing, securing, and managing government grants
Strong technical literacy in energy systems, utilities, or AI-driven infrastructure
Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and align technical workstreams with business outcomes
Expertise in financial and milestone tracking, capable of managing complex cost-share and payment structures
Excellent written and oral communication skills — concise, persuasive, and technically accurate
Exceptional interpersonal and networking skills with proven success engaging government, utilities, and research partners
Bachelor's or higher degree in engineering, energy systems, or related field
Preferred
PMP or equivalent certification preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary, performance bonus, and equity.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
Lunch provided three days a week in office.
Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office for collaboration, 2 days remote for focused work.
Access to leading academic, industry, and government partners in the AI-energy ecosystem.
A mission-driven team focused on shaping the future of the energy transition.
Company
GridCARE
GridCARE is the ultimate one-stop power solution for AI data centers, providing energy security and resilience at unparalleled speeds.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$13.5MKey Investors
Xora Innovation
2025-05-27Seed· $13.5M
Leadership Team
Ram Rajagopal
Co-Founder
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