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Meta · 13 hours ago

Technical Program Manager, Camera Systems

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $198K/yr

7+ years exp

Meta is a company that builds technologies to help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. As a Technical Program Manager in the Camera, Depth and Sensors team, you will lead cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences through innovative camera systems, managing complex projects and collaborating with global partners.

Computer Software

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Lead the development of camera, depth and sensor assemblies for VR HMD (Head-Mounted Display) system, focusing on specification, design, manufacturing, testing, process optimization, and integration

Manage projects with suppliers and partners, from creating statements of work to driving final deliverables in collaboration with Operations, Business Development, Legal, and Procurement

Evaluate suppliers’ experience to meet product requirements, partner with the operations team to establish a robust and scalable supply chain strategy

Operate at different levels of abstraction, from high-level strategic planning (System architecture, technology selection, organizational structure, commercial partnerships) to tactical project management (prioritization, schedule creation, milestone definition and execution, and deliverable management)

Breakdown the complexity of technical programs to enable a clear understanding of scope and deliverables to a wider audience of team members and support functions

Proactively identify technical, legal, procedural, logistical, and communication issues and drive creative solutions to address them and manage risk

Identify resources needed and work closely with team leaders to maintain full visibility of the project schedule and potential roadblocks

Act as the main channel of communication for key formal discussions and decisions involving technical team leader, support functions (Legal, Business Development, and Procurement) external partners, and other members of the organization

Expect to travel domestically and internationally, 4-6 times a year, primarily for supplier visits and build support

Qualification

Technical Program ManagementOpticsCross-functional Team LeadershipAgile MethodologiesCamera Systems DevelopmentCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Optics, Physics, Materials science, Mechanical Engineering or a similar field

7+ years as a technical program manager (or related role)

Experience with program management methodologies like Agile, Phase-gate approach and tools like Smartsheets, Gantt charts

Experience leading and partnering with Asia-based vendors and contract manufacturers

Demonstrated experience in cross-functional team communication, authoring and presenting documents, synthesizing information into the most salient points to move a team / initiative forward