Senior Technical Program Manager, Humanoid Robotics Operations

Nvidia

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Location
Santa Clara, CA
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$168,000–$258,750 / yr
Posted
24 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Nvidia is a leading designer of graphics processing units (GPUs) and system-on-chip units, powering gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence workloads. Industry: Semiconductors & AI Computing

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TL;DR · Senior Technical Program Manager, Humanoid Robotics Operations

Senior Technical Program Manager – Humanoid Robotics Operations will join the Generalist Embodied Agent Research group to support Project GR00T, an initiative focused on building the AI brain for humanoid robots. This role involves managing multiple workstreams by tracking daily tasks, defining priorities, and identifying critical roadblocks while coordinating with research teams and lab operations. Key responsibilities include overseeing end-to-end data workflows, managing vendor coordination for hardware integration, and maintaining lab equipment to ensure a safe environment. The ideal candidate possesses a technical background in AI, machine learning, or robotics, along with hands-on coding experience in Python and related ML frameworks. Candidates must be fluent in English and Mandarin to communicate with international partners. This role addresses complex challenges in embodied AI, physics simulation, and the integration of large language models into robotic systems.

What does a Technical Program Manager earn in California?

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What you'll do

  • Track daily to-dos and manage multiple active workstreams to ensure project milestones are met.
  • Collect requirements, define priorities, and identify critical roadblocks for research and engineering teams.
  • Manage end-to-end data workflows including collection planning, vendor coordination, and ML pipeline integration.
  • Coordinate with external hardware partners to align project timelines and integration efforts.
  • Communicate status updates and technical trade-offs clearly to both technical collaborators and leadership.
  • Manage the procurement, maintenance, and operation of lab equipment and facilities.
  • Facilitate communication between domestic and international partner companies in English and Mandarin.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
  • 6+ years of experience in program or project management roles in AI, robotics, or hardware-software cross-functional environments.
  • 8+ years of previous engineering experience, ideally in AI, robotics, or machine learning related fields.
  • Fluency in both English and Mandarin for communication with domestic and international partners.
  • Hands-on coding experience with familiarity in Python and related ML/AI frameworks.
  • Ability to manage 10+ project threads simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
  • Experience coordinating with robotics hardware vendors, contractors, or manufacturing partners (preferred).
  • Strong technical background with an understanding of AI, machine learning, and robotics concepts (preferred).

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