<div><strong style="font-size:16px;">About Us</strong></div><p><span style="font-size:16px;">Agtonomy brings intelligent automation to agriculture, turf, and other demanding industrial markets through Physical AI and software services. By partnering with trusted equipment manufacturers, factory-fit technology that transforms industrial machines into smart, efficient solutions built for safety and performance are a reality. Our team combines expertise in technology, product development, and industry knowledge to address critical challenges like labor shortages, sustainability, and productivity. We’re looking for people who want to work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where their ideas can make a real impact.</span></p><div> </div><div><strong style="font-size:16px;">About the role</strong></div><p> </p><p>We are looking for a dynamic and problem-solving Technical Program Manager with a strong engineering background to join our team. You will be responsible for the engineering program management of new and existing autonomous vehicle systems through the entire product lifecycle. Additionally, you will engage with both component and vehicle partners to help define roadmaps and guide the development of new vehicle systems.</p><br><br><h3>What You'll Be Doing</h3><ul><div><li><p>Partner with the cross-functional team to build a comprehensive plan for each project, highlighting the critical path. Track actual progress against the plan. Plan covers all aspects - scope, cost, timing.</p></li><li><p>Partner with cross-functional teams to understand the critical actions necessary for the successful introduction of new features, capabilities, and products, and ensure those needs will be met ahead of schedule.</p></li><li><p>Highlight and actively troubleshoot risks or misses against the plan.</p></li><li><p>Build and improve project execution tools and processes.</p></li><li><p>Distill organizational goals into strategic roadmaps and break them down into program plans.</p></li><li><p>Help fill organizational gaps to keep the critical path on track. Examples include:</p></li><li><p>Analyzing data to inform a prioritization or problem-solving activity</p></li><li><p>Managing component suppliers or contractors</p></li><li><p>Facilitating tactical stand-ups or problem-solving activity</p></li><li><p>Understanding technical decisions and drawing connections between groups</p></li><li><p>Support field testing to understand and mitigate risks as well as to recognize optimization opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Work with OEM partners and suppliers to communicate goals, costs, action items, and timelines between our teams.</p></li></div></ul><h3>What You'll Bring</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience preferred.</li><li>4–7 years of experience in sales, account management, customer success, or field-facing roles, ideally within agriculture, ag tech, equipment, or industrial technology.</li><li>Demonstrated comfort working in the field with customers, including farms, test sites, or operational environments.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with hands-on operators as well as enterprise and executive stakeholders.</li><li>Strong listening skills and a structured approach to capturing and synthesizing customer feedback.</li><li>Experience supporting technical demos or pilots in collaboration with engineering or field teams.</li><li>Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and field activities simultaneously.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with experience tracking opportunities, feedback, and outcomes.</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, with extended time on customer sites as needed.</li><li>Proficiency with Google Workspace, PowerPoint, Slack, CRM systems (HubSpot), and modern sales tools.</li></ul><h3>What Makes You a Strong Candidate</h3><ul><div><li><p>7+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing of complex electromechanical assemblies (e.g., aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or similar) or fast-paced software development.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing 3rd party resources such as contractors, skilled tradespeople, or suppliers</p></li><li><p>Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills</p></li><li><p>Experience with hardware bill of materials (BOMs), process documentation, costing, and vendors.</p></li><li><p>Experience in multiple aspects of hardware, software, and manufacturing operations</p></li><li><p>Preferably has a background in engineering with experience working on projects and  physical systems</p></li><li><p>Ability to dig deeper on the technical side, being hands-on, and asking lots of questions</p></li><li><p>Proven success in early-stage project management</p></li><li><p>Self-starter with strong initiative to find opportunities and jump into tasks</p></li></div></ul><br><div><strong style="font-size:16px;">Benefits</strong></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision for the employee (partner, children, or family is additional)</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Commuter Benefits</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Life Insurance</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Short- and Long-Term Disability</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• 401k Plan</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Stock Options</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Collaborative work environment, working alongside a passionate, mission-driven team!</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;"> </span></div><div><strong style="font-size:16px;">Our interview process is generally conducted in three (3) phases:</strong></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Phone Screen with People Operations (30 minutes)</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">•Video Interview with the Hiring Manager (30 to 45 minutes)</span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">• Panel Interview (in-person interviews scheduled with key stakeholders, each interview will be 30 to 45 minutes)</span></div><div> </div>

<p>Agtonomy is a hybrid autonomy and tele-assist platform for agriculture vehicles. We partner with established equipment manufacturers to transform tractors and agriculture machines into autonomous and remote-controlled equipment that is accessible to local farmers.</p>

Technical Program Manager

<div><strong>About Us</strong></div><p><span>Agtonomy brings intelligent automation to agriculture, turf, and other demanding industrial markets through Physical AI and software services. By partnering with trusted equipment manufacturers, factory-fit technology that transforms industrial machines into smart, efficient solutions built for safety and performance are a reality. Our team combines expertise in technology, product development, and industry knowledge to address critical challenges like labor shortages, sustainability, and productivity. We’re looking for people who want to work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where their ideas can make a real impact.</span></p><div> </div><div><strong>About the role</strong></div><p> </p><p>We are looking for a dynamic and problem-solving Technical Program Manager with a strong engineering background to join our team. You will be responsible for the engineering program management of new and existing autonomous vehicle systems through the entire product lifecycle. Additionally, you will engage with both component and vehicle partners to help define roadmaps and guide the development of new vehicle systems.</p><br /><br /><h3>What You'll Be Doing</h3><ul><div><li><p>Partner with the cross-functional team to build a comprehensive plan for each project, highlighting the critical path. Track actual progress against the plan. Plan covers all aspects - scope, cost, timing.</p></li><li><p>Partner with cross-functional teams to understand the critical actions necessary for the successful introduction of new features, capabilities, and products, and ensure those needs will be met ahead of schedule.</p></li><li><p>Highlight and actively troubleshoot risks or misses against the plan.</p></li><li><p>Build and improve project execution tools and processes.</p></li><li><p>Distill organizational goals into strategic roadmaps and break them down into program plans.</p></li><li><p>Help fill organizational gaps to keep the critical path on track. Examples include:</p></li><li><p>Analyzing data to inform a prioritization or problem-solving activity</p></li><li><p>Managing component suppliers or contractors</p></li><li><p>Facilitating tactical stand-ups or problem-solving activity</p></li><li><p>Understanding technical decisions and drawing connections between groups</p></li><li><p>Support field testing to understand and mitigate risks as well as to recognize optimization opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Work with OEM partners and suppliers to communicate goals, costs, action items, and timelines between our teams.</p></li></div></ul><h3>What You'll Bring</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience preferred.</li><li>4–7 years of experience in sales, account management, customer success, or field-facing roles, ideally within agriculture, ag tech, equipment, or industrial technology.</li><li>Demonstrated comfort working in the field with customers, including farms, test sites, or operational environments.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with hands-on operators as well as enterprise and executive stakeholders.</li><li>Strong listening skills and a structured approach to capturing and synthesizing customer feedback.</li><li>Experience supporting technical demos or pilots in collaboration with engineering or field teams.</li><li>Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and field activities simultaneously.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with experience tracking opportunities, feedback, and outcomes.</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, with extended time on customer sites as needed.</li><li>Proficiency with Google Workspace, PowerPoint, Slack, CRM systems (HubSpot), and modern sales tools.</li></ul><h3>What Makes You a Strong Candidate</h3><ul><div><li><p>7+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing of complex electromechanical assemblies (e.g., aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or similar) or fast-paced software development.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing 3rd party resources such as contractors, skilled tradespeople, or suppliers</p></li><li><p>Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills</p></li><li><p>Experience with hardware bill of materials (BOMs), process documentation, costing, and vendors.</p></li><li><p>Experience in multiple aspects of hardware, software, and manufacturing operations</p></li><li><p>Preferably has a background in engineering with experience working on projects and  physical systems</p></li><li><p>Ability to dig deeper on the technical side, being hands-on, and asking lots of questions</p></li><li><p>Proven success in early-stage project management</p></li><li><p>Self-starter with strong initiative to find opportunities and jump into tasks</p></li></div></ul><br /><div><strong>Benefits</strong></div><div> </div><div><span>• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision for the employee (partner, children, or family is additional)</span></div><div><span>• Commuter Benefits</span></div><div><span>• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</span></div><div><span>• Life Insurance</span></div><div><span>• Short- and Long-Term Disability</span></div><div><span>• 401k Plan</span></div><div><span>• Stock Options</span></div><div><span>• Collaborative work environment, working alongside a passionate, mission-driven team!</span></div><div><span> </span></div><div><strong>Our interview process is generally conducted in three (3) phases:</strong></div><div><span> </span></div><div><span>• Phone Screen with People Operations (30 minutes)</span></div><div><span>•Video Interview with the Hiring Manager (30 to 45 minutes)</span></div><div><span>• Panel Interview (in-person interviews scheduled with key stakeholders, each interview will be 30 to 45 minutes)</span></div><div> </div>

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