Our Mission
SPAN is enabling electrification for all ⚡
We are a mission-driven company designing, building, and deploying products that electrify the built environment, reduce carbon emissions, and slow the effects of climate change.
Decarbonization is the process to reduce or remove greenhouse gas emissions, especially carbon dioxide, from entering our atmosphere.
Electrification is the process of replacing fossil fuel appliances that run on gas or oil with all-electric upgrades for a cleaner way to power our lives.
At SPAN, we believe in:
Enabling homes and vehicles powered by clean energy
Making electrification upgrades possible
Building more resilient homes with reliable backup
Designing a flexible and distributed electrical grid
The Role
We're looking for a passionate Senior Technical Program Manager to join SPAN's organization. In this role, you will lead the product development process by working closely with our Engineering, Product, and Revenue teams. You will ensure priorities are aligned across the company by collaborating directly with product managers, engineering managers, and revenue leaders.
As a core part of your responsibilities, you will:
Enhance and implement program strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
Establish performance metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to track performance and communicate progress.
Collaborate with TPMs across the organization to standardize reporting at the program and project levels.
Analyze program and project data and trends to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous process optimization.
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including executives, program sponsors, and team members.
Lead change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation and the adoption of new processes, tools, and methodologies.
Work closely with program teams to develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Define and maintain program management methodologies, standards, and tools to drive consistency and efficiency across all programs.
About You
We are seeking a technical program manager who meets the following qualifications:
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in technical project management for embedded device software development.
Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Prior experience partnering with hardware teams to coordinate software schedules and manage projects alongside hardware product development.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Bonus Qualifications
We'd love to hire someone who has:
Prior experience in smart home, IoT, or renewable energy (solar and battery energy storage).
Prior experience partnering with cloud services, and mobile teams to coordinate software schedules and manage projects alongside firmware/hardware product development.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions and recommendations.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
BS degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
Life at SPAN
Headquartered in San Francisco’s vibrant SoMa neighborhood, we are an eclectic group of creative thinkers who value open communication, teamwork, and a ‘make it happen’ approach to addressing complex challenges.
SPAN embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
We’re hiring talented individuals who are driven by success and are passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy. If that sounds like you, we’d love for you to consider joining the rapidly growing team at SPAN.
The Perks:
⚡ Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
⚡ Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
⚡ Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
⚡ Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
⚡ Flexible hours and flexible time off
Interested in joining our team? Apply today and we’ll be in touch with the next steps!
