Technical Program Manager at Avicena Tech

Sunnyvale, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management Framework Development, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Technical Workstream Coordination, Quality Control Methodologies, Risk Assessments, Root Cause Analysis, DOE, FMEA, DRBFM, Agile Frameworks, PLM Systems, Data Analysis, SQL, Optoelectronics

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

About the role: This role is primarily program and project management focused and resides in the engineering department. You will evolve in a very multidisciplinary technical environment, spanning from ASIC design, Semiconductor Packaging, Epitaxy Growth, MicroLED Fab Operations, Testing, Reliability, MicroLEDs, Micro-optics, Photodetectors, System and Software. You will partner closely with leadership to coordinate complex cross-functional engineering efforts, enforce accountability, introduce scalable program management frameworks, and implement strong quality methodologies to enable success of the programs. Responsibilities: Program Management Framework Development Build and implement a scalable program management framework. Define and manage goals, milestones, KPIs, and program dashboards in Confluence and Jira Develop and maintain integrated schedules and resource allocation plans (e.g. with Microsoft Project). Prepare and lead milestone reviews and phase gate reviews. Create concise, high-impact executive summaries and visual reporting for management. Technical Workstream Coordination Manage day-to-day coordination of multidisciplinary technical teams. Track and follow up on action items, enforce accountability, and remove blockers. Facilitate decision-making and push for timely resolutions. Prioritize activities based on urgency and business impact. Implement time tracking and structured reporting using Confluence and Jira. Quality and Process Excellence Introduce and standardize quality control methodologies across programs. Lead risk assessments using structured methodologies Drive root cause analysis initiatives and workstreams Develop internal technical specifications and datasheet frameworks with technology owners. Establish systems to track specifications consistently and generate management dashboards. Promote best practices in experimental design (DOE), statistical methods, and process standardization. Required Experience and Qualifications: Proven experience leading complex technical programs in a hardware-centric environment. Experience with complex technical systems; optoelectronics experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated success releasing products at scale. Experience working in cross-functional, multidisciplinary engineering teams. Strong knowledge of phase gate methodologies and business creation processes. Experience with PLM systems and structured product development cycles. Master Agile frameworks adapted to hardware development. Proficient with program management tools such as Confluence, Jira, Smartsheet, Monday.com, and Microsoft Project. Hands-on experience with quality methodologies in processing and testing (GRR, SPC, Six Sigma), and root cause analysis (DMAIC, 8D). Familiarity with design methodologies such as FMEA, DRBFM, statistical design, and DOE. Experience with managing external partners. Experience with data analysis using JMP, Python or other similar software. Familiarity with database structure such as SQL. What We Are Looking For A highly organized driver who thrives in fast-paced startup environments. Strong communicator capable of synthesizing complex technical information into clear executive-level summaries. A structured thinker who brings discipline, accountability, and clarity to growing engineering teams. A leader who elevates execution standards across the organization. If you are passionate about building structure in high-innovation environments and enabling world-class engineering teams to deliver breakthrough optoelectronic products, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

The role focuses on program and project management within engineering, requiring partnership with leadership to coordinate complex cross-functional efforts and enforce accountability. Key duties include building scalable program management frameworks, defining goals and KPIs, and managing integrated schedules using tools like Jira and Microsoft Project.