Software Technical Program Manager, Energy Storage in , United States

Software Technical Program Manager, Energy Storage

Redwood Materials is currently searching for a Technical Program Manager to join as an early member of a new engineering team working on our Battery Energy Storage System product line.
In this role, you will focus on the development of software, embedded firmware, and systems controls and will drive cross-functional coordination across engineering, product, and operations teams to deliver intelligent, grid-interactive storage systems that are scalable, reliable, and safe.
This is a highly technical role where success requires understanding the unique challenges of developing production quality software and firmware in complex energy environments. You will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy while contributing to the development of tools and processes that improve the organization's productivity.
Responsibilities will include:
Lead cross-functional development programs focused on embedded firmware for power electronics, energy management system software, and battery management software
Drive the software development process, including planning and facilitating sprints, backlog prioritization, standups, and sprint reviews to maintain team velocity and alignment
Work closely with software, controls, systems, and electrical engineers to define program requirements, technical interfaces, dependencies, and validation strategies
Track and communicate progress toward key milestones
Support test planning, software release processes, and integration with lab and field validation efforts
Ensure change management and version control processes are in place and aligned with the pace of system iteration
Proactively identify risks, surface technical blockers, and develop mitigation strategies across the product lifecycle
Desired qualifications:
BS/MS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
5+ years of technical program management experience focused on software and firmware in hardware-integrated systems. Experience in power electronics or other energy products a strong plus
Familiarity with software development lifecycle processes including Agile, CI/CD, code reviews, and release planning
Proven track record of managing software development for multidisciplinary products involving electrical, mechanical, and systems teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with all levels of the organization and presenting to internal and external executives
Proficiency in project tracking and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, GitHub, MS Project, Asana)
Self-motivated, with the ability to manage your work in a startup environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place
The position is full-time and located in San Francisco, CA. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
California Pay Range: $153,000 - $248,500 USD