Technical Project Manager

Company: Luminous Computing
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Data movement bottlenecks are the single greatest limiting factor in developing novel hardware for machine learning. We use silicon photonics to break through these barriers, and we're re-architecting the entire AI hardware stack in order to provide multiple-order-of-magnitude improvements in bandwidth and performance. We are creating a hardware/software solution that will outperform the world's largest AI supercomputers.Luminous is backed by Bill Gates, Luke Nosek, Ali Partovi and Dara Khosrowshahi, among others.About the jobWe are currently searching for a Project Manager to drive forward multiple company-wide programs, coordinating activities across multiple teams and working closely with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders. In this role, you'll collaborate with key business stakeholders to provide leadership and organization for complex, large-scale programs. You will work cross functionally with both internal and external stakeholders toensurethatprogramsstayonschedule,onbudget,andthatall stakeholdershavevisibilityintotheimpactoftheirworkonthewider program.What you will be doing: Work with business owners at the management/executive level to rapidly assess and understand business needs, define options, and translate requirements into program objectives and scope. Develop and manage a detailed project or program plan that takes into account all requirements, constraints, resources, and deliverables associated with the defined objectives. Drive the successful execution of initiatives to ensure milestones and objectives are met while ensuring quality by managing the scope, cost and schedule. Provide structure and necessary processes without compromising execution or the needs of the customer, product or team. Work with various cross-functional teams to execute and implement plans. Aggregate, organize, and communicate program and project information with internal customers, stakeholders and extended teams. Develop critical project documentation including business model diagrams, business requirements, process documents, status reports, executive communications, and project plans. Develop broad knowledge of all the systems involved and use that to inform creative solutions when roadblocks occur. Help executive leadership to identify and mitigate technical and schedule risks, and to align resources with key tasks. Requirements 4+ years of industry experience in a business, operations project or program management role, ideally in a small to mid-sized dynamic high-tech environment. Proven track record leading large, multi-faceted, cross-functional, global projects from kick-off to completion. Extensive experience working with Finance, Business, Marketing and Engineering teams on complex projects. Exceptional communication skills that are effective across all levels of the organization, for both technical and non-technical activities. Ability to simplify complex problems into a more easily understood business context. Ability to comprehend technical matters and grey areas that stretch outside of your personal area of expertise, discover and manage risks to drive programs to a successful conclusion. Thrives in a fast-paced, fluid environment with aggressive timelines. Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, project management, and interpersonal skills along with solid business acumen. Skilled at seeking, filtering and incorporating information from subject matter experts. The ideal candidate would have a strong background in some form of science or engineering. Formal credentials are less important than being able to ask the right questions, identify the key actions, and ensure that they're understood by all. BenefitsWhy Luminous Computing? Our benefits are here to support you! Competitive salary and benefits 401(k) program with company match of 100% up to 4% of your annual salary Comprehensive medical / dental / vision, STD/LTD, AD+D and Life Insurance Flexible vacation and company paid holidays Daily lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks for on-site employees 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) Pre-Tax Transportation and Commuter Benefits Mental Health Benefits We're remote friendlyWe believe that your value to the team can be provided at a Luminous Computing office or from the comfort of your home. Depending on your function, enjoy the flexibility of remote work and join our growing community of remote employees in the continental United States. We're vestedYou won't just own your work here; you'll have the potential to own equity in Luminous Computing. We are competing in a market that is projected to grow exponentially, which gives our company valuation room to grow at tremendous rates. Luminous Computing provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Luminous abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Luminous Computing does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, Luminous Computing does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.

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