HCLTech · 11 hours ago
Senior Program Manager
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
12+ years expHCLTech is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Senior Program Manager to oversee large-scale robotics data collection projects. The role involves managing a substantial team, developing program strategies, and ensuring alignment with client objectives.
Information and Communications Technology (ICT)IT ManagementOutsourcingSoftwareTelecommunications
Hiring Manager
Mahalakshmi Vinodkumar
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of 100 resources engaged in robotics data collection through egocentric and teleoperation methods
Develop and implement program strategies, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines
Oversee daily operations, including resource planning, task allocation, and performance monitoring
Provide coaching and feedback for Team Leaders and Quality Assurance Specialists to ensure adherence to business processes and meet or exceed all service levels
Collaborate with engineering teams, data scientists, and client stakeholders to ensure quality and accuracy of collected data
Drive process improvements for efficiency and scalability in robotics data collection workflows
Manage budget, risk assessment, and compliance with client and industry standards
Prepare and present status reports, KPIs, and progress updates to senior leadership
Oversee Service Level Management and ensure adherence to SLAs
Manage Rhythm of Business (ROB): Establish and maintain structured meeting cadences for operational reviews
Organize and deliver presentations and reporting for Monthly Business Reviews (MBR) and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR)
Drive career growth initiatives, mentoring, and succession planning for team members
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team
Qualification
Required
12–15 years of experience (minimum 5 years in large-scale program management)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or related field
Strong understanding of robotics systems, teleoperations, and egocentric data collection workflows
Expertise in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Asana)
Familiarity with data annotation platforms and robotics simulation environments (e.g., SuperAnnotate, Roboflow)
Knowledge of AI/ML data pipelines and sensor data processing
Proficiency in reporting and analytics tools for operational metrics
Strong grasp of risk management, resource allocation, and budget planning
Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal)
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders
Preferred
Master's degree
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Understanding of OSHA standards for managing workplace safety
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pharmacy
Life
Accidental death & dismemberment
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
401(k) retirement plan
10 days of paid time off per year
10 paid holidays per year
Company
HCLTech
HCLTech is a global IT company offering digital, engineering, and cloud solutions partnering with businesses for transformation.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$220MKey Investors
ChrysCapital
2008-07-10Post Ipo Equity· $220M
2000-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Vijayakumar C.
Chief Executive Officer
Alan Flower
Executive Vice President - CTO & Global Head, AI & Cloud Native Labs
Recent News
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