RADAR
Retail Technology
StaffSoftwareTechnicalProgramManager
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“Staff Software Technical Program Manager at RADAR. Skills: Program Management, Software Development, Fleet Deployment, Data Infrastructure. Lead programs in software development. Lead programs in data governance”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver fleetwide RFID solutions; Ensure KPIs are met; Reduce deployment time; Reduce bottlenecks
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Root cause analysis; Troubleshooting; Issue resolution
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 5+ years software/infra program management, 5+ years software engineer experience, Demonstrated expertise in managing SW product development cycle, Proficient with Smartsheet, Proficient with Jira, Proficient with Confluence, Proficient with Agile methodologies, Proficient with SAFe, Proficient with Waterfall, Proficient with Scrum, Experience with test plan development, Experience with test execution, Solid understanding of software development V process, Excellent communication skills, Excellent leadership skills, Excellent interpersonal skills, Problem-solving mindset
Nice to Have
Familiarity with RFID, Familiarity with wireless technology, Familiarity with retailer supply chain, Familiarity with inventory management, Familiarity with cloud services, Familiarity with backend services, Familiarity with mobile applications development, Familiarity with edge compute, Familiarity with shadow controllers, Familiarity with network architectures, Familiarity with ring based deployments, Familiarity with feature flags, Familiarity with blue/green deployments, Familiarity with health probes, Familiarity with regulatory compliance, Familiarity with containerization, Familiarity with K8s, Familiarity with K3s, Familiarity with configuration management, Familiarity with observability platforms, Familiarity with New Relic, Familiarity with Grafana, Familiarity with Looker, Familiarity with firmware development, Familiarity with hardware/software integration, Familiarity with internationalization, Familiarity with localization, Familiarity with writing PRDs, Familiarity with requirements tracking software, Project management training, Project management certification
What You'll Do.
Lead programs in software development
Lead programs in data governance
Lead programs in feature implementation
Manage architectural design
Manage proof of concept
Manage proof of experience
Manage engineering pilots
Manage scale validation
Manage fleet deployment
Manage sustaining engineering
Define success metrics
Drive success metrics
Develop detailed execution plans
Ensure sense of urgency
Provide cross-functional visibility
Provide cross-functional reporting
Identify interdependencies
Dig deep into critical issues
Develop risk mitigation plans
Switch between high level and detailed views
Communicate tactfully
Communicate effectively
Drive software releases
Ensure clear exit criteria
Meet quality best practices
Enable frequent deployments
Manage production issue RCAs
Manage production issue remediation
Facilitate effective ways of working
Support key customer relationships
Manage customer expectations
Present status updates
Lead cost reduction initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Partner teams; Data Science; Systems Engineering; Product Management; Customer Experience; Deployment Operations; Embedded Systems; Hardware teams; Executive stakeholders; Cross-functional leaders
Communication Scope
Executive presentations; Cross-functional reporting; Tactful communication; Effective communication
Process & Methodology
Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, Scrum, Roadmap planning, Backlog grooming, Sprint planning, Program increment planning, Capacity planning, Prioritization
Full Job Description
ABOUT US E-commerce got real-time data infrastructure decades ago. Physical stores still have not. RADAR is changing that. RADAR is building the data infrastructure layer for the physical world, starting with retail. Our hardware-enabled SaaS platform uses proprietary overhead sensors, software, and AI-powered analytics to locate every product in a store, continuously, down to the fixture. We are deployed across 1,400+ stores with retailers including American Eagle Outfitters and Old Navy, processing tens of billions of real-world events every day, delivering 99%+ accuracy in complex, noisy environments - at fleet scale. RADAR is one of the best-funded companies in retail technology, backed by a recent Series B financing at a $1 billion valuation. Inventory accuracy is only the beginning. We believe RADAR can become foundational infrastructure for the physical economy, powering new AI-driven commerce experiences across retail and beyond. Join us if you want to work on a large, unsolved, technically challenging problem with an ambitious team building category-defining technology. OUR VALUES Mission-Driven: We're transforming retail with cutting-edge technology and building something that truly matters. Collaborative Team: We thrive on curiosity, shared goals, and solving complex problems together. High Impact: You’ll make meaningful contributions from day one and help shape the future of our product and company. Clear Communication: We value honesty, humility, and respectful dialogue—everyone’s voice matters. Balanced Lives: We work hard, but not at the expense of well-being. We respect time, boundaries, and life outside of work. Diverse Perspectives: We believe better ideas come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Empathy-Driven Design: We build with deep respect for our end users, listening closely to their feedback and needs. ABOUT THE JOB We are seeking an experienced Staff Software Technical Program Manager to lead the development, delivery, a
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