Technical Program Manager (New Grad)
About The Position
Voyant Photonics is redefining machine perception with compact, high-performance LiDAR devices that fit in the palm of your hand. Leveraging cutting-edge silicon photonic chips, our sensors deliver unparalleled accuracy in range, velocity, and reflectivity, at a fraction of the cost of traditional LiDAR systems. By transforming high-precision sensing into an accessible technology, we are enabling new applications in robotics, autonomous systems, industrial automation, and beyond. At Voyant, we are not just building products, we are advancing an industry. Our breakthrough technology bridges the gap between research and real-world deployment, making high-performance LiDAR scalable and commercially viable. We are looking for a Technical Program Manager to act as the strategic bridge between our hardware and design engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams. You will lead cross-functional programs from inception through delivery, ensuring our LiDAR technology moves seamlessly from initial definition to mass production. You could already be working in this space and are looking to join an industry-changing, real-world Physical AI company in New York City, or you might be a new graduate excited to contribute to some of the most innovative hardware technology being built today. In this role, you’ll have the chance to learn from an experienced leader in program management while helping shape the future of our LiDAR technology. Core Values we look for: Respect: We operate with humility and integrity and view feedback as a gift. Ownership: We take responsibility for our achievements and failures and proactively step in to solve problems. Simplicity + Clarity: We solve complex problems by creating elegant, simple products and maintaining clear communication.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience: 1+ years of relevant experience in technical program management, ideally within a startup or hardware-focused environment.
- Technical Depth: Proven experience with complex hardware systems and a strong understanding of system architecture.
- NPI Knowledge: Understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes, supply chain management, and working with Contract Manufacturers (CM).
- Project Management: Experience in leading cross functional teams and/or managing engineering projects, including budget management and vendor relations.
Nice To Haves
- Technical experience with LiDAR systems and/or silicon photonics preferred
Responsibilities
- NPI (New Product Introduction): Lead planning, execution, and day-to-day actions for hardware and software engineering teams, including manufacturing readiness and supplier management.
- Program Lifecycle Management: Drive programs, define lifecycle and scope, set milestones, and manage budget and schedule for complex programs
- Development Cycle Oversight: Manage engineering change control for product lifecycle, overseeing the transition to mass production and field resolution.
- Technical Risk & Schedule Management: Provide status updates, risk assessments, and mitigation plans
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicate complex technical status across teams and provide clear, actionable, and measurable direction.
- Process Excellence: Implement and scale processes to optimize engineering way of working.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and a meaningful equity package.
- Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- Unlimited PTO and paid company holidays.
- Team events and company meetups.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
