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Staff Technical Program Manager, Engineering

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In-Office
Berkeley, CA, USA
148K-185K Hourly
Senior level
In-Office
Berkeley, CA, USA
148K-185K Hourly
Senior level
Lead end-to-end product delivery and validation for multi-day battery technology. Manage and integrate systems, electrical, firmware, and software workstreams, enforce PDP, mitigate risks, drive technical decisions, and mentor program managers and engineers to ensure successful launch and commercialization.
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Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! 

In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

Form Energy is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to impact development and validation of our groundbreaking battery technology. As a key member of the Technical Program Management team, you will drive the delivery of our multi-day battery by integrating and managing workstreams across systems architecture, firmware, software, and electrical engineering. You will partner with and influence technical leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure our product meets its requirements and is successfully launched. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical breadth and program leadership skills to a mission-driven company with world-changing technology.

What You'll Do:

  • Own the entire product delivery and validation cycle, driving the program from initial concept through to successful launch and commercialization.

  • Define, manage, and execute highly technical workstreams across systems architecture, electrical engineering, firmware, and software, ensuring seamless integration and alignment.

  • Develop and enforce the Product Development Process (PDP), establishing best practices for product validation and documentation across the organization.

  • Proactively identify and strategically mitigate program risks and dependencies, anticipating challenges and defining solutions that impact both technical and business outcomes.

  • Facilitate key technical and strategic decisions, bringing together engineering and executive stakeholders to drive alignment and maintain program momentum.

  • Serve as a key technical resource and mentor for other program managers and engineers, sharing best practices and elevating the entire team's capabilities.

What You'll Bring:

  • 8+ years of experience in a technical program management role with a focus on hardware product development.

  • Extensive experience managing complex programs with a combination of systems architecture, electrical engineering, and firmware/software components.

  • Deep expertise in the Product Development Process (PDP), with a proven track record of successful product validation and delivery.

  • A systems-level generalist mindset and the ability to quickly establish credibility and influence with technical leaders across different disciplines.

  • Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to articulate complex technical information and strategic recommendations to all levels of the organization.

  • Proven ability to lead autonomously in an ambiguous environment, defining a clear path forward and driving results without direct supervision.

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. 

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. 

To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.


If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact [email protected]. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

Form Energy Berkeley, California, USA Office

2850 7th Street , Berkeley, CA, United States, 94710

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