Technical Project Manager

Path Robotics • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use.
Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together.
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Technical Project Manager who thrives on bringing teams together from concept to execution. In this role, you will oversee program execution, drive cross-functional alignment, and ensure our robotic AI projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of robotics innovation and to contribute directly to the success of a rapidly scaling startup.

Requirements

• 5+ years of program or project management experience in complex hardware/software environments ( manufacturing, data center/operations strongly preferred).
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary programs with competing priorities.
• Strong understanding of product development, engineering, manufacturing, and deployment lifecycles.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience implementing or improving cross-functional program management and change management processes.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Confluence).

Nice To Haves

• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive major programs from concept through customer deployment ensuring scope, timelines, and dependencies are aligned across functions.
• Ensure effective communication, collaboration, and dependencies between Product, Operations and Engineering, translating technical requirements into operational workflows and ensuring feedback loops between both groups remain tight and effective.
• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules with clear milestones, deliverables, and critical paths to keep projects on track.
• Facilitate structured change management for product updates, new feature releases, and changing customer priorities that impact engineering roadmaps.
• Assess upstream and downstream impacts of changes and ensure teams are resourced and informed before execution.
• Run regular cross-functional program reviews to track progress, surface risks, and drive decision-making.
• Maintain clear visibility into program status for executives and stakeholders.
• Drive Continuous Improvement identifying recurring friction points between teams and implement processes to reduce rework and missed handoffs.
• Champion process improvements that standardize workflows, streamline collaboration, and enable the organization to scale effectively

Benefits

• Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
• Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
• 401(k) retirement plan through Empower
• Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees