HP IQ is seeking a Lead Software Engineering Program Manager to drive cross-functional programs at the intersection of software, hardware, and AI, shaping future-connected experiences across a diverse portfolio of devices and platforms.
Requirements
- Experienced in leading zero-to-one product or platform development, ideally in fast-paced or emerging environments.
- Experience delivering software solutions with closely tied dependencies to embedded hardware and sensor solutions.
- Strong foundation in software product development, with full-stack systems understanding from cloud services to on-device components.
- Strong foundation in hardware product development, with an understanding of hardware development life cycles and embedded software development.
- Solid grasp of Agile methodologies and project tracking tools, with a proven track record of driving cross-functional programs.
- Skilled in using bug and task tracking tools, particularly Jira.
Responsibilities
- Own the full lifecycle of software initiatives with strong hardware dependencies—scoping, planning, execution, and delivery—ensuring alignment with strategic goals and engineering excellence.
- Partner closely with software developers, hardware engineering, and product managers to define technical requirements and drive cross-functional execution.
- Navigate shifting priorities by balancing long-term platform investments with rapid delivery of impactful user-facing features.
- Build strong relationships with partner teams across engineering, product, research, and design to align goals and deliver against key milestones.
- Foster a culture of trust, clarity, and shared ownership. Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.
Other
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field—or equivalent practical experience.
- 10+ years in technical program management, software engineering, or program roles supporting complex hardware-software development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills—able to simplify complex concepts and drive alignment across diverse teams.
- Strong analytical skills, a bias for action, and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
- Ability to work in a full-time schedule with no shift premium
