Agility RoboticsAR

Staff Technical Program Manager, Robotics Software

Agility Robotics is an American humanoid robotics company founded in 2015, known for its bipedal robot Digit, designed to work in human spaces and augment the human workforce in logistics and manufacturing.

Agility Robotics

Employee count: 201-500

United States only

Agility Robotics is a pioneer. Our robot, Digit, is the first to be sold into workplaces across the globe. Our team is differentiated by its expertise in imagining, engineering, and delivering robots with advanced mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and efficiency -- robots specifically designed to work alongside people, in spaces built for people. Every day, we break through engineering challenges and invent new solutions and capabilities that will one day make robots commonplace and approachable. This work is our passion and our responsibility: our mission is to make businesses more productive and people’s lives more fulfilling.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Staff Software Technical Program Manager to lead and coordinate software programs at Agility Robotics. In this role, you will work at the intersection of engineering, product, and operations to drive the delivery of innovative robotics solutions. This position requires a strong technical foundation, program management expertise, and a passion for advancing the capabilities of autonomous systems. Candidates can be based either within commuting distance of our Salem, OR headquarters or remotely on the West Coast, with a preference for the San Francisco Bay Area.

About the Work

  • Lead cross-functional teams in planning, execution, and delivery of robotics software programs
  • Develop and manage program roadmaps, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer needs.
  • Identify and mitigate risks while ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery.
  • Collaborate closely with software engineering teams to understand technical challenges, prioritize development tasks, and ensure successful implementation.
  • Partner with stakeholders, including hardware and product teams, to define program requirements and success metrics, translating high-level objectives into actionable plans.
  • Facilitate trade-off discussions between technical feasibility, business needs, and delivery timelines.
  • Establish and maintain metrics to track program health, performance, and resource allocation.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for software program updates, effectively communicating progress, risks, and decisions to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Facilitate regular program reviews and technical deep dives, ensuring transparency and alignment across teams.

About You

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related technical field
  • 10+ years of experience in technical program management or a similar role, with a focus on software development.
  • Proven track record of managing complex, cross-disciplinary programs with multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience with agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)
  • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to engage deeply with engineering teams.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to manage ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire across organizational levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant technical field.
  • Deep understanding of robotics technologies, such as perception systems (e.g., sensors, computer vision), autonomy (e.g. SLAM, planning, decision-making), and robot software architecture.
  • Familiarity with ROS, robotics middleware, machine learning frameworks, or real-time systems.

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan:Includes a 6% company match.
  • Equity:Company stock options.
  • Insurance Coverage:100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
  • Benefit Start Date:Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
  • Well-Being Support:Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Time Off:
    • Exempt Employees:Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
    • Non-Exempt Employees:10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
  • On-Site Perks:Catered lunches twice a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
  • Parental Leave:Generous paid parental leave programs.
  • Work Environment:A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
  • Growth Opportunities:Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Relocation Assistance:Provided for eligible roles.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

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Agility Robotics embarked on its journey in 2015, spinning out of Oregon State University's esteemed Dynamic Robotics Laboratory. This venture was the culmination of years of pioneering research led by co-founder Jonathan Hurst, who, alongside Damion Shelton and Mikhail Jones, envisioned a future where robots could seamlessly integrate into human environments. The lab's foundational work in dynamic stability and bipedal locomotion laid the critical groundwork for Agility's innovative creations. Their first robot, Cassie, a bipedal platform without an upper body, was introduced in 2016 and quickly gained recognition in the research community, even setting a Guinness World Record for the 100-meter dash by a bipedal robot. This early success paved the way for the development of Digit, a full-size humanoid robot launched in 2017. Digit was a significant leap forward, equipped with a torso, arms, and a comprehensive perception system, making it suitable for a broader range of applications in academic and research settings.

The evolution of Digit continued as Agility Robotics explored practical, real-world applications. A notable early collaboration involved Ford Motor Company, where Digit was tested for last-mile delivery solutions, working in tandem with autonomous vehicles. Recognizing the immense potential in the logistics and warehouse sectors, Agility further refined Digit's capabilities, focusing on bulk material handling tasks. The current iteration of Digit, unveiled in 2023, represents a sophisticated humanoid designed for work. This launch coincided with the announcement of RoboFab, Agility's dedicated humanoid robotics factory in Salem, Oregon, signaling a commitment to large-scale production. Strategic partnerships with industry giants like Amazon and GXO Logistics soon followed, deploying Digit in fulfillment and distribution centers to tackle repetitive tasks. These collaborations underscore Agility's mission to build robot partners that augment the human workforce, allowing humans to focus on more complex and fulfilling endeavors. With a strong emphasis on safety and a cloud-based automation platform called Agility Arc for fleet management, Agility Robotics is at the forefront of commercializing humanoid robots, aiming to make them a commonplace and beneficial presence in various industries.

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