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Lead Software Engineering Program Manager

HP IQ
San Francisco1mo ago
Seniority
Lead

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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p> <p>HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.</p> <p>We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.</p> <p>We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.</p> <p>By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.</p> <p>Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.</p></div><p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We’re&nbsp;building the next generation of cross-device experiences across AI PCs, printers, and collaboration products as part of HP’s Better Together strategy.</span> <span data-contrast="auto">We’re&nbsp;looking for a&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">Lead&nbsp;SW&nbsp;Engineering Program Manager who can take full ownership of complex programs and drive them through to launch</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span> <span data-contrast="auto">This role goes beyond traditional program coordination.&nbsp;You will be responsible for&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">leading end-to-end execution</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;across software and hardware teams, ensuring products ship successfully in a fast-moving, evolving environment.</span> <span data-contrast="auto">HP IQ combines the pace and ambiguity of a startup with the reach of a global organization. Success in this role requires someone who can&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">create clarity,&nbsp;establish&nbsp;structure where&nbsp;needed, and consistently drive results</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong>What You Might Do</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Own delivery end-to-end</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;(concept → development → integration → launch)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Drive execution across&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">software, hardware, firmware, and platform teams</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Manage&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">hardware timelines, bring-up, validation, and integration risks</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build and run&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">program operating mechanisms</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;(planning, cadence, tracking, reporting)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Create clarity in ambiguous situations and&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">drive decisions forward</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Identify&nbsp;and mitigate risks early;&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">avoid late-stage surprises</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Align stakeholders and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">execution momentum</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">How This Role Is Different</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Outcome ownership</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;vs. task coordination</span></li> <li>Process creation<span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;vs. process adherence</span></li> <li>Direct ownership of <span data-contrast="auto">HW–SW integration complexity</span></li> <li>High autonomy<span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;with clear accountability</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">12+ years</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;leading complex technical programs</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proven&nbsp;track record&nbsp;of&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">shipping products end-to-end</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">software programs tied to hardware</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;(devices, embedded, firmware)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">independently scope, plan, and execute programs</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding of:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Software systems (cloud, client,&nbsp;on-device)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Hardware development lifecycles</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">fast-paced, evolving environments</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Track record&nbsp;of&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">building or adapting program processes</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience leading&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">cross-functional, global teams</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Strong Signals</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:299,&quot;335559739&quot;:299}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Direct ownership of&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">shipped products or major features</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience delivering&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">0→1 initiatives</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Hands-on involvement in&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">HW–SW integration milestones</span><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;(bring-up, validation, launch)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Examples of&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">improving execution through process or structure</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to&nbsp;</span><span data-contrast="auto">drive alignment across competing priorities</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span>Salary: $150,000- $245,000</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits (Full-Time Employees)<br></strong></p> <p>The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.</p> <p>At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:</p> <ul> <li>Health insurance</li> <li>Dental insurance</li> <li>Vision insurance</li> <li>Long term/short term disability insurance</li> <li>Employee assistance program</li> <li>Flexible spending account</li> <li>Life insurance</li> <li>Generous time off policies, including;&nbsp; <ul> <li>4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure</li> <li>11 paid holidays</li> <li>Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (<a href="https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetDocument.aspx?docname=c07065756">US benefits overview</a>)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Why HP IQ?</strong></p> <p>HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Innovative Work<br></strong>Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.</li> <li><strong>Autonomy and Agility</strong><strong><br></strong> Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.</li> <li><strong>Meaningful Impact</strong><strong><br></strong> Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.</li> <li><strong>Flexible Work Environment</strong><strong><br></strong> Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.</li> <li><strong>Forward-Thinking Culture<br></strong>We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement</strong></p> <p>HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).</p> <p>Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.</p> <p>If you’d like more information about HP’s <a href="https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetDocument.aspx?docname=c08129225">EEO Policy</a> or your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here: <a href="http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf">Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law</a> <a href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf">Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law – Supplement</a></p> <div id="application-start"></div></div>

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