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Block · 2 weeks ago

Software Engineering Program Management, Lead

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

$240K/yr - $359K/yr

10+ years exp

Block is a company focused on economic empowerment and is seeking a Lead for the Software Engineering Program Management team. In this role, you will manage a team of Software Engineering Program Managers, drive complex programs across payment and Bitcoin hardware products, and shape the strategy for software program execution.

Financial Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of 6~8 highly skilled and technical Software Engineering Program Managers

Define strategy and best practices for software program execution across the Block Hardware portfolio

Drive the delivery of complex hardware programs from concept through launch, including system integration, validation, and certification

Establish scalable operating mechanisms, tools, and communication standards that improve long‑term organizational efficiency

Foster a culture of clarity, accountability, and inclusive decision‑making across engineering, product, manufacturing, and operations

Partner closely with leadership across Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Product, Operations, Quality, Infrastructure, and Manufacturing to align priorities and streamline execution

Develop and grow team members through coaching, targeted development plans, and opportunities that expand scope and technical ownership

Identify and mitigate systemic risks early, ensuring cross‑functional partners maintain alignment on goals, timelines, and trade‑offs

Build strong relationships both internally and externally

Uphold and scale organizational norms around transparency, documentation, operational rigor, and continuous improvement

Model excellence in communication, technical depth, and leadership behaviors consistent with Block's manager expectations

Qualification

Software Engineering Program ManagementSystem IntegrationTechnical LeadershipConsumer ElectronicsFirmware SystemsProject ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationCoachingDevelopmentRisk ManagementCommunication

Required

BS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field; MS preferred

10+ years of industry experience in software, firmware, or hardware‑software integrated systems

10+ years of project/program management experience, including cross‑functional technical programs

3+ years leading or managing technical program managers or equivalent technical teams

Strong technical background in software/firmware systems, embedded platforms, or consumer electronics

Experience with system‑level integration, validation processes, and manufacturing test interfaces

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence across engineering and product organizations

Demonstrated ability to define strategy, manage ambiguity, and lead teams through complex technical environments

Ability to travel internationally for engineering builds, vendor engagements, and program milestones

Benefits

Remote work

Medical insurance

Flexible time off

Retirement savings plans

Modern family planning

Company

Block

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Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment.

Founded in 1990

Oakland, California, US

10001+ employees

https://block.xyz/

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