Job Description

BC forward is currently seeking a highly motivated Technical Program Manager for a Onsite in Redmond, WA opportunity

Position Title: Technical Program Manager

Location: Onsite in Redmond, WA

Anticipated Start Date: 09/25/2025

Expected Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Contract – [FULL TIME (40 Hours a week)]

Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in an engineering or scientific field related to computer graphics, visualization, or VR/AR.
• Experience with graphics development projects, particularly in consumer or VR/AR markets.
• Track record of transitioning research or emerging graphics technologies into consumer products.
• Experience working with cross-disciplinary teams, including researchers and software/hardware engineers.

Skills

• Expertise in project estimating, scheduling, customer interaction, and implementation planning.
• Proven ability in people management and team building.
• Strong adaptability, judgment, and priority management.
• Quick learner of business processes and effective communicator with partners at varying levels.
• Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to graphics technology applications/products and business functions.
• Experience delivering technology and business solutions in large-scale, multi-platform environments.

Minimum Years of Experience: 5+

Must-Have Skills

1. Strong Technical and Program Management Expertise

● Proven experience driving complex technical programs, especially in research environments related to display, optics, or VR/AR technologies.

● Expertise in project estimating, scheduling, risk management, and delivering within scope, quality, time, and budget constraints.

2. Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration

● Demonstrated ability to lead and manage internal and external teams, including matrixed employees and contractors.

● Strong skills in dependency management, cross-group collaboration, and stakeholder communication at multiple organizational levels.

3. Adaptability and Problem-Solving

● Resilience in pursuing solutions to complex and challenging problems.

● Strong judgment and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• 1. Advanced Education and Specialized Experience

Graduate degree in engineering or scientific fields related to display, optics, or imaging.

Experience with optics and display development projects, especially in consumer markets.

• 2. Experience Transitioning Research to Products

Track record of successfully transitioning emerging technologies from research to consumer products.

• 3. Cross-Disciplinary Team Experience

Experience working with diverse teams including researchers, software engineers, and hardware engineers.

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