Technical Program Manager (Robotics)

Location: UK, London; on-site. Occasional later hours may be required to collaborate with teams in Boston and Vancouver time zones.

Company

hirify.global develops commercially scalable, safe hirify.global robots, including the HMND-01 Alpha platform used in industrial pilots.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end planning and execution for a portfolio of hardware and software projects within a robot new product introduction program.
• Manage scope, schedule, cost, process, risks, mitigations, dependencies, and delivery blockers across multiple teams, sites, and suppliers.
• Coordinate cross-functional work spanning systems, safety, mechanical, electrical, firmware, software, AI/ML, integration, testing, regulatory, supply chain, design, product, marketing, and logistics.
• Build alignment, secure stakeholder commitments, and establish clear program communication across distributed teams, cultures, and time zones.
• Apply systems thinking and technical judgment to clarify priorities and guide teams through ambiguous, fast-paced development.
• Improve program practices and contribute directly wherever needed to ensure successful delivery.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant post-graduate experience as a project or program manager leading new product development.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field relevant to robotics or engineering.
• Technical background in complex systems integrating hardware, firmware, and software.
• Understanding of agile software development and sequenced hardware development processes and lifecycles.
• Proficiency with multiple program management methodologies and tools, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead through influence, communicate complex technical concepts, and remain effective under pressure with executive stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or advanced hardware companies.
• Experience in speed-focused startup environments and end-to-end integration and production lifecycles.
• Experience with globally distributed teams.
• Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or production ramp environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Participation in the Stock Option Plan alongside a competitive salary.
• Collaboration with engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics.
• Opportunity to influence the product and own key initiatives.
• 23 days of accrued annual leave, 15 days of paid sick leave, and paid company holidays.
• Extended health benefits from the first day, including paid medical and dental coverage, virtual care, employee and family assistance, and worldwide emergency medical support.
• Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in the office.