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The Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) is a highly skilled and driven leader responsible for the development and delivery execution of our core IoT embedded devices. This role is critical for orchestrating complex technical programs across the entire telematics stack, from Hardware and Firmware to Cloud Platforms, Mobile SDKs and Portals. You will drive technical execution, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure the timely delivery of firmware and comprehensive test solutions, impacting and enhancing safety on a global scale.\nCMT is looking for a Principal Technical Program Manager to help us change the world. CMT has helped protect over 65 million drivers and prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. We build AI to solve some of the most difficult challenges in mobility - understanding and reducing risk, detecting crashes, and getting people life-saving help. The problems are hard. The impact is real. No matter your role, your work will matter at CMT.\nResponsibilities:\nLead IoT initiatives across all technical development phases, from schematic design and board bring-up to firmware integration, QA, mass production, and over-the-air (OTA) deployments, taking end-to-end accountability for delivery timelines, unit economics, and hardware performance differentiators\nApply deep firmware and embedded systems expertise when collaborating with engineering leads on firmware architecture and system validation, constructively challenging technical assumptions and proactively identifying timeline and technical risks across hardware-software workstreams before they impact schedule commitments\nShape embedded platform roadmaps and architectural priorities to ensure long-term system stability, extensibility, and full compliance with global regulatory, security, and carrier standards.\nUnify multidisciplinary engineering teams, including hardware, embedded firmware, cloud, IoT operations, manufacturing, and product, around a single aligned master plan, building consensus and accountability without direct management authority\nOwn the program risk process across all hardware and firmware workstreams, establishing rigorous stage-gate criteria that require concrete technical test evidence before approving milestone transitions\nArchitect continuous process improvements across the embedded development lifecycle, implementing robust program governance, change management, and Agile methodologies (sprint planning, backlog prioritization) to enhance execution predictability\nPartner with Product Managers and external enterprise stakeholders to refine technical specifications, conduct milestone acceptance reviews, manage delivery expectations, and address project escalations\nSynthesize complex engineering challenges, root-cause analyses, and mitigation options into clear recommendations for executive leadership, maintaining real-time program tracking dashboards (Jira, Confluence) for full organizational visibility\nInvolve contract manufacturers, component vendors, and supply chain partners early in the design phase to drive DFx principles (Design for Manufacturability, Testability, and Assembly), secure critical lead times, and achieve factory yield and target product costs prior to commercial rollout\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical discipline\n7+ years of technical product or program management experience with a proven track record of leading complex, integrated hardware-software products from concept through mass production at scale\n5+ years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development (C/C++) or test system engineering; comfortable engaging in hardware board bring-up, schematic reviews, RTOS constraints, and firmware architecture discussions\nDirect experience coordinating delivery across R&D, embedded engineering, contract manufacturing, and supply chain organizations without direct line authority\nProven track record of managing products to target unit costs (COGS) and navigating the architectural trade-offs required to meet financial and performance goals\nDemonstrated ability to bring structure to loosely defined, ambiguous programs, and a habit of checking the technical evidence behind readiness claims and schedules rather than accepting them as reported\nPractical mastery of both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies, with advanced proficiency in Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or equivalent program management platforms\nExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical detail into clear, decision-ready updates for executive leadership and cross-functional partners\nNice to Haves:\nMaster's degree in an engineering field, Computer Science, or Business Administration (MBA)\nPrevious hands-on experience as an embedded software engineer, electrical engineer, or hardware development engineer\nFamiliarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test automation, alongside CI/CD pipelines tailored for embedded systems\nStrong customer-facing program management experience, including executive escalation handling, contractual commitment delivery, and joint milestone acceptance reviews\nSenior-level certification in program or project management (e.g., PMP, PgMP, Agile/Scrum Master)\nExperience utilizing modern AI tools to accelerate program management workflows, such as status synthesis, dependency analysis, and executive reporting\nCompensation and Benefits:\n Fair and competitive salary based on skills and experience, and annual performance bonus\nEquity may be awarded in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)\nMedical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, matching 401k, short-term & long-term disability and parental leave\nUnlimited Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days & public holidays\nFlexible scheduling and work from home policy depending on role and responsibilities\nBase Salary Range\nThe base salary range for this position is: $136,400 to $170,500. This range is specifically for Cambridge, MA\nAdditional Perks:\nWork on a mission with real impact: crashes prevented, injuries avoided, lives protected around the world\nJoin an industry leader - 65 million drivers protected, powering 140+ programs across 25 countries\nRecognized innovator in mobility AI, earning top honors including the TIME Industry Leader in AI, a Gold Edison Award, and the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI for Social Good. CMT is also Great Place to Work Certified\nBe part of the team inventing the future of mobility and road safety\nMove fast, own outcomes, do work that matters\nHigh ownership, small teams, and direct access to leadership - no layers between your work and its impact\nUnlimited PTO, flexible scheduling, competitive salary, annual performance bonus, RSUs, and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k match\nSummer Fridays provide team members with half days to recharge\nJoin one of our employee resource groups: Black, AAPI, LGBTQIA+, Women, Book Club, and Health & Wellness\nComprehensive wellness, education, and employee assistance programs\nCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion:\nAt CMT, we believe the best ideas come from a mix of backgrounds and perspectives. \nWe are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace and culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique talents and perspectives. Diversity is essential to our success, and we actively seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team. \nWe do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability state. CMT is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. To learn more, visit www.cmtelematics.com and follow us on Instagram @cmt.ai\nAbout Cambridge Mobile Telematics:\nCambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) is the world’s largest telematics and AI company for safer mobility. Its mission is to make the world’s roads and drivers safer. The company’s AI-driven platform, DriveWell Fusion®, proactively identifies and reduces driving risk, leading to fewer crashes and injuries. To date, CMT’s technology has helped prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. CMT enables partners to measure risk, detect crashes, provide life-saving assistance, and streamline claims. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, CMT operates globally with offices in Budapest, Hungary; Chennai, India; Seattle, Washington; Tokyo, Japan; and Zagreb, Croatia. 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