Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience.
1 year of experience in technical program management.
Experience collaborating and communicating with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, Product, etc.)
Experience with Android application development, tools, and release processes.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in software development in one of more programming languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin, etc.).
Ability to be an influential member of a highly integrated team composed of both technical and non-technical members.
Excellent attention to detail, time management, and ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment.
About the job
Google's projects, like our users, span the globe and require managers to keep the big picture in focus while being able to dive into the unique engineering challenges we face daily. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you lead complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects using your engineering expertise. You plan requirements with internal customers and usher projects through the entire project lifecycle. This includes managing project schedules, identifying risks and clearly communicating them to project stakeholders. You're equally at home explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical trade-offs in product development with engineers.
Using your extensive technical and leadership expertise, you manage projects of various size and scope, identifying future opportunities, improving processes and driving the technical directions of your programs.
This role is at the center of the ecosystem of Android, Auto manufacturers, and Developers. As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) in the Developer Platform Team for Android Auto, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering the next generation of developer tools and experiences for cars with Google Built-in. You will work with engineers, designers, and product managers to define and execute technical roadmaps, manage program risks, and ensure the launch of developer platform initiatives.
You will stay up-to-date on the latest developer trends and technologies, ensuring that the Android Auto developer platform remains at the forefront of innovation.
Automotive industry executives say there will be more change in their business in the next 5 years than they have seen in the last 50 years.
The Android Auto team collaborate with vehicle manufacturers to develop and deliver on this massive opportunity, building on a proven embedded platform to create a leading Assistant-powered, navigation, entertainment, and communication vehicle system, which will be delivered to specialized people-moving devices.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $99,000-$144,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities
Collect data relating to program progress from program stakeholders. Maintain project trackers and status reports in close collaboration with program stakeholders.
Author program charter that addresses scope and timeline of basic program, specify program OKRs, and explain resource requirements/dependencies.
Author stakeholder map that specifies who is impacted by, and who influences, program outcome in close collaboration with program stakeholders.
Triage technical bugs and feature requests alongside engineering stakeholders for purposes of prioritization, resourcing, and tracking execution.
Partner with Engineering Managers, Product Managers to deliver the Android Auto App through the Google Play Store in an automated fashion.