Job Details

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Technical Program Manager to manage the development of one of Rondo's core product lines. This is a highly cross-functional, high-visibility role requiring deep technical curiosity, systems thinking, and exceptional program leadership.

As a Senior TPM, you will coordinate across engineering, product, delivery, supply chain, and external partners to drive product development from concept through deployment. You will build structure in an evolving environment, connect the dots across teams, and ensure Rondo develops a best-in-class product, on time and on budget.

The ideal candidate is a structured thinker who learns quickly, dives into the details, and loves a technical challenge.

What You Will Do

• Lead program planning, including scope, milestones, resource planning, and schedule ownership.
• Manage day-to-day program execution—tracking progress, identifying risks, maintaining the critical path, and ensuring the team stays focused on the highest-value work.
• Develop a strong systems-level understanding of the Rondo Heat Battery and coordinate technical integration across mechanical, electrical, controls, and thermal teams.
• Build alignment and drive collaboration across engineering, product, delivery, supply chain, and external partners.
• Provide clear, data-driven program updates to leadership and maintain concise dashboards, metrics, and risk reporting.
• Champion a culture of transparency, urgency, and operational excellence across the program team.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field.
• 6+ years of technical program management or equivalent experience in hardware, energy systems, or complex industrial products.
• Strong systems thinking skills and the ability to rapidly learn new technologies.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional development programs with multiple technical disciplines.
• Experience with scheduling and risk management tools and frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Bonus Points

• Engineering background in mechanical/electrical/systems.
• Experience in both hardware engineering and project development.
• Combined experience in hardware and project development.
• PMP or similar certification.
• Experience working with EPC partners or multi-supplier programs.

What We Offer

• Life Insurance and ADD
• Up to 12 paid holidays per year, in addition to a company week-long holiday in December
• Flexible time off policy
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Catered lunches on-site
• Rondo HQ is close to Oakland airport, one block from the Bay, with stunning Bay views
• An opportunity to make a huge positive impact on the planet

This role is preferred to be on-site in Alameda, California, though strong candidates from different geographies open to travel will be considered. The estimated annual salary range for a candidate in the Bay Area is between 190,000 and 220,000, plus equity in an early-stage, rapidly scaling global company. Some pay bands may have wide ranges of compensation to accommodate candidates' diverse sets of skills and locations.

We are transforming industrial decarbonization with our Rondo Heat Battery technology. Rondo is deploying low-cost, zero-carbon heat batteries to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy and to decarbonize industrial processes that are commonly thought of as difficult-to-decarbonize. Our heat batteries charge from intermittent renewables to provide high-temperature, continuous heat for customers safely, reliably, at a high efficiency and at a cost point that is competitive with other methods.

Rondo Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and employees thrive by being themselves. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate based on protected categories. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please let our recruiting team know.

Note: Rondo does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.