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Comrise

Technical Program Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$78/hr

Technical Program Manager (Network Infrastructure) San Diego, CA (Hybrid - Minimum 3 Days Onsite ... Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders without direct authority.

E-Solutions

Technical Program Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$151K - $195.50K/yr

Technical Program Manager We are looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead and drive technical initiatives related to billing systems for our client a leading provider of fiber ...

Sikich

Technical Program Manager (TANTUS)

Washington, DC · On-site

$146.10K - $189.10K/yr

Description Technical Program Manager (US - Hybrid- Washington, DC) What to expect when you join ... Strong technical depth with the ability to understand, direct, and oversee work across cloud ...

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ASRC Federal Holding

Technical Program Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

$125.40K - $162.30K/yr

The Technical Program Manager (TPM) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering complex technical programs that span cloud infrastructure, application development, and system ...

Unusual Machines

Technical Program Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Lead, track and manage large-scale, cross-functional technical programs from concept through ... Direct impact on product delivery, manufacturing scale, and company growth * Fast-paced, highly ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Technical Program Manager

Plano, TX · On-site

$70/hr

Proven experience leading technical programs from inception through delivery and adoption. * Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills. * Experience managing program risks ...

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Ztek Consulting INC

Technical Program Manager

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$153.10K - $198.20K/yr

Technical Program Manager Location: Bay Area Position Type: Contract Duration: 6 / 12 Month Work Type: Onsite Role Summary The Technical Program Manager (TPM) will lead complex, cross-functional ...

Capital One

Director, TPM - Card Tech

Mclean, VA · On-site

As a Director of Technical Program Management (TPM) in Capital One's Card Tech+ organization, we're looking for someone to help manage our integration with Discover. You will work to support ...

Apex Informatics

Technical Program Manager

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$152.20K - $197K/yr

Technical Program Manager Location: Mountain View, CA-Hybrid Excel, Macro, VBA, SQL query, Advanced Excel, Personality good, comms good Responsibilities * Lead with Influence: Drive strategic ...

INSPYR Solutions

Technical Program Manager

Vienna, VA · Hybrid

$129.50K - $167.60K/yr

Technical Program Manager (TPM) Location: Vienna VA - HYBRID Duration: 6 month contract Work Requirements: , Holders Technical Program Manager (TPM) Role Summary The Technical Program Manager (TPM ...

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Glow Networks

Technical Program Manager

Mountain View, CA · Hybrid

$151K - $195.50K/yr

As a Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the coordination and execution of technical projects. This role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to ...

Vertiv Co

Technical Program Manager

Delaware, OH

$122.40K - $158.50K/yr

Position Summary The Technical Program Manager (TPM) within the Systems Architecture & Engineering (SAE) organization is responsible for driving execution of complex, systemlevel initiatives ...

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for director technical program manager in the United States is $145,648.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Technical Program Manager

Comrise

San Diego, CA • On-site

$78/hr

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Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Technical Program Manager (Network Infrastructure)

San Diego, CA (Hybrid – Minimum 3 Days Onsite)
Contract | 6 Months
Pay Rate: $78/hour (W2)
Industry: Autonomous Mobility / Advanced Transportation Technology

About the Role

A leading company in the autonomous mobility space is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead the development and execution of critical communication systems supporting autonomous vehicle operations.

This role focuses on the infrastructure and teleoperation technologies that enable reliable remote assistance for autonomous vehicles operating in complex urban environments. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, outstanding program management capabilities, and experience driving large-scale, cross-functional engineering initiatives in fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end execution of large-scale technical programs from planning through delivery.
  • Partner with senior engineering and product leaders to drive roadmap planning, prioritization, and resource alignment.
  • Manage programs related to:
    • Teleoperation systems
    • Communication infrastructure
    • Networking technologies
    • Distributed systems
    • Cloud-based platforms supporting autonomous vehicle operations
  • Coordinate dependencies across multiple engineering teams and external stakeholders.
  • Identify and mitigate program risks, execution blockers, and technical trade-offs.
  • Develop and improve program management processes, frameworks, and operational best practices.
  • Participate in technical architecture reviews and scoping discussions to evaluate feasibility, sequencing, and delivery risks.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear business impact and actionable insights for executive stakeholders.
  • Support engineering teams with data-driven execution, operational rigor, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in Technical Program Management delivering large-scale engineering initiatives.
  • Strong experience managing complex, multi-team software programs across the full SDLC.
  • Deep understanding of infrastructure, platform, networking, or distributed systems.
  • Ability to engage in technical discussions involving system architecture, scalability, and technical risk assessment.
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Experience operating effectively in fast-moving, highly ambiguous environments.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Familiarity with AI tools and understanding of agentic AI models and AI chatbot-driven workflows.

Technical Skills

Experience or knowledge in the following areas is highly preferred:

Wireless & Connectivity Technologies

  • 4G / 5G
  • Multi-WAN Load Balancing

Networking Technologies

  • UDP/TCP
  • NAT Traversal
  • Network Security (mTLS, secure communication protocols)

Data & Cloud Infrastructure

  • Kafka / KafkaJS
  • Protobuf Serialization
  • AWS Cloud Infrastructure
  • API Gateways
  • Distributed Systems Concepts

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in autonomous mobility, robotics, transportation technology, or large-scale platform engineering environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Prior software engineering or highly technical background.
  • PMP, PgMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications are a plus.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.

Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous mobility technologies.
  • High-impact role supporting mission-critical systems.
  • Collaborative environment with strong engineering leadership.
  • Competitive hourly compensation.
  • Chance to contribute to the future of transportation and intelligent systems.
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About Comrise

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With over 38 years of staffing and business experience, Comrise continues to lead by example. We provide personalized and customized business solutions for all your recruiting and talent. Headuartered in New Jersey since 1984, Comrise is a staffing, consulting and enhanced search technology company. For over 38 years, we have delighted our clients and consultants by focusing on customer satisfaction, innovation, and flexible workforce solutions! With locations in the U.S, China, and Southeast Asia, we provide high-quality executive search, temporary assignments, temporary to permanent opportunities and cross border placement services.

Industry

It services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Woodbridge, NJ, US

Year founded

1984

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