Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even imagine yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.
Amazon Robotics is seeking a talented and motivated Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) who will be part of the Robotic Storage Tech team focused on next generation robotic system design, as well as supporting the existing fleet of robotic and automation technology. The Principal TPM will manage the full project lifecycle of innovative programs aimed at improving the efficiency and lowering the cost of Amazon’s next-generation warehouses. This position is responsible for cross-functional program management of a large-scale NPI programs and will serve as the liaison between Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Solutions Design, Analytics, Customer Support, and the Program Office. If you are a Technical Project Manager, Technical Program Manager, or Engineer looking to grow your skills in project and program management, with strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, an ability to influence business and technical leaders in a dynamic environment with the desire to contribute to Amazon’s next generation fulfillment technology, we want to talk with you. Joining our team provides the unique challenge and opportunity to build systems that benefit millions of customers and support sellers spanning the globe. The ideal candidate will draw upon exemplary software and hardware development skills, program and project management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating reliable and maintainable systems. The candidate should be open to new challenges, strong at multi-tasking, innovative, creative, self-directed and a great team player. Candidate should drive continuous process improvement, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional operational and development teams to solve problems and implement new solutions.
Key job responsibilities
• Effective and efficient management of cross-functional programs that may have multiple sub-projects
• Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Support, Deployment and other key stakeholders to define and deliver complex programs
• Drive team consensus on technical decisions and ensure that appropriate resources are employed to deliver high quality results
• Identify, assess, track and mitigate issues and risks at multiple levels
• Create, maintain, and disseminate project information to stakeholders
• Drive effective teamwork, communication, collaboration and commitment across multiple disparate groups with competing priorities
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
North Reading, MA, USA | Seattle, WA, USA | Westborough, MA, USA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
– 10+ years of technical product or program management experience
– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
– 10+ years of experience managing complex technical projects
– Experience with Agile development methodologies (i.e. Scrum, XP, etc)
– Experience with project delivery for large, cross-functional projects
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Experience working with the designs of complex automated material handling equipment and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing
– * Experience in building partnerships across different engineering and product organizations
– Possesses excellent business judgment, strong written and oral communication skills, and a practical, common sense approach to getting things done
– Experienced in delivering on multi-year product road maps
– Experience in non-technical aspects including idea generation, business analysis, and process optimization
– Experience in driving adoption of program management best practices
– Skilled in mentoring engineers and technical program managers
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $141,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $275,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.