Technical Program Manager

About Foundry

At Foundry we are on a mission to orchestrate the world’s compute capacity, rendering it universally accessible and useful. To do so, we are building a new breed of public cloud, backed by an orchestration platform that makes accessing AI compute as easy as turning on the light. We spun out of a PhD lab at Stanford about a year ago, and are backed by Sequoia, Lightspeed, Jeff Dean, Eric Schmidt, and many other incredible angels and advisors. We raised $80M to date, have customers, and revenue. 

Cloud computing is supposed to abstract away the hardware layer but ML infra is more complex than ever. Engineers should spend less time focusing on which chip they should use and more time on solving hard problems. Our orchestration platform makes using compute resources as easy as flipping a light switch. For more information, see below. 

Working at Foundry

We are not looking to change an industry—we are looking to revolutionize it. We don’t just dream big—we have the audacity to dream massively. We are not reaching for the stars to land on the moon—we are reaching for Mars, or even another galaxy. We make the impossible possible.

We focus on energy and clarity. We are team players, daring truth seekers, with no ego. We are growing quickly but maintain a flat structure by having an ownership mentality. We believe in asking the right questions in order to solve hard problems.

Joining Foundry

Foundry is currently seeking our first Technical Program Manager to lead complex interdisciplinary research and engineering projects across multiple teams. You will collaborate closely with researchers, engineers, design, marketing, our commercial teams, and external partners to initiate new projects, establish ambitious goals and milestones, and drive execution to achieve successful outcomes.

This position offers an invaluable opportunity for a Technical Program Manager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced and highly innovative startup environment. You will be instrumental in coordinating org-wide, infrastructure-heavy projects that are crucial for compliance, security, and reliability across multiple geographic regions. Your role will involve tightly coordinated, cross-functional work streams to ensure project success and long-term operational excellence.

We are looking for someone with a deep understanding of infrastructure engineering concepts, a rigorous yet fast approach to project execution, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Your ability to navigate technical nuances, drive initiatives, and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders will be key to your success in this role. If you are passionate about technical program management and eager to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate technical roadmaps with milestones, coordinating across teams to ensure successful delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and implement program management frameworks, along with relevant KPIs, to drive goal achievement.
• Effectively communicate progress, status, and risks to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage dependencies across multiple teams, proactively identifying and addressing new opportunities.
• Drive tool and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Anticipate and navigate technical constraints and decisions that impact long-term operations.
• Foster a collaborative environment, facilitating cross-team communication and problem-solving.
• Operationalize and execute critical cross-functional programs involving multiple engineering teams and external partners.
• Drive multiple simultaneous projects forward, assessing risks and monitoring tasks.
• Proactively manage dependencies and resolve execution issues.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives, testing, deployment timelines, and SLAs.
• Build strong partnerships and leverage technical acumen to drive process improvements and business expansion efforts.

Requirements

• Possess 7+ years of program/project management experience in complex product development programs.
• Proficient in core infrastructure, cloud computing services, and developer platform products.
• Skilled in working with research and engineering teams to establish ambitious goals and milestones.
• Demonstrated success in executing complex cross-functional projects, foreseeing and addressing risks proactively.
• Thrive in high-paced environments with evolving priorities, showcasing exceptional organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Thorough understanding of agile and waterfall management techniques.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities, adept at structuring internal and external communications.
• Capable of leading by influence and example, with humility.
• Proficient in using various project management tools.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and adept at creating structure when needed.

Nice to have

• Technical background, ideally with an Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401k Plan with 4% company match
• 21 days of PTO & 14 company holidays; including 2 floating holidays

Salary Range Information 

In consideration of market analysis and various pertinent factors, the remuneration bracket for this role is set between $150,000 and $220,000. Nevertheless, adjustments beyond this range could be warranted for candidates whose qualifications substantially deviate from those delineated in the job description.

In-Office requirement

Offices remain pivotal for fostering collaboration and nurturing Foundry's cultural ethos. For roles like the one at our Palo Alto HQ, employees are required to work from the office three days a week (typically Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday), ensuring a blend of in-person and remote work conducive to our team dynamics and operational needs. Exceptions for full remote work must be formally approved.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundry maintains a strict commitment to Equal Opportunity employment practices. All applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We emphasize that candidates need not fulfill every expectation listed to be eligible for this position. Our objective is to cultivate a diverse team encompassing a spectrum of backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets.