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Staff Technical Program Manager, AI & Data

Rivian & Volkswagen Group TechnologiesPalo Alto, CaliforniaTechnology and Innovation
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Salary
$167,400 - $230,250 USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
23 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Data and AI team at Rivian & Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a remote or Palo Alto-based Staff Technical Program Manager to lead strategic, cross-functional artificial intelligence and data initiatives. This full-time position suits an experienced technical leader who can bridge the gap between product goals and complex engineering execution.

Role Overview

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is looking for a Staff Technical Program Manager, AI & Data to oversee strategic initiatives spanning customer-facing features, core platforms, and internal tooling. Acting as the central connective tissue across various engineering, product, and data science groups, this role translates complex technical challenges into streamlined delivery plans. The position offers a remote work arrangement with roots in Palo Alto, California, and requires deep technical fluency to successfully guide teams through ambiguity and complex deployments.

Key Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end delivery lifecycle for strategic data and artificial intelligence programs, covering everything from initial scoping to post-launch evaluation.
Formulate and maintain technical schedules, execution priorities, and cross-workstream dependencies across multiple organizational boundaries.
Partner closely with Data Engineering, Machine Learning, Analytics, Platform, and Product teams to align on deliverables and scope.
Identify programmatic and technical risks early—including model readiness and infrastructure scaling—and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
Evaluate technical designs for data pipelines and AI systems to guarantee scalability and feasibility prior to commitment.
Deliver executive-level status updates and manage healthy escalations when timelines or deliverables face obstacles.
Drive process optimization for program planning and track workflows while encouraging practical AI tool utilization within the program management practice.

Requirements

Demonstrated history serving specifically as a Technical Program Manager for Data and AI projects.
Minimum of 8 years of professional Technical or Engineering Program Management experience.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Foundational familiarity with data engineering stacks, including tools such as Databricks and Hex.
Proficiency with modern AI assistants like Cowork, Gemini, and Codex, alongside a track record of building custom productivity tools.
Demonstrated ability to navigate highly technical and ambiguous environments while earning the trust of engineers and machine learning practitioners.
Extensive experience coordinating across multiple stakeholder groups and competing priorities using agile or waterfall methodologies with Jira.
Strong expertise in budget planning, risk register maintenance, and financial forecasting across concurrent programs.

Skills and Tools

Technical Program Management
Data Engineering Stack (Databricks, Hex)
AI Productivity Tools (Cowork, Gemini, Codex)
Agile and Waterfall Methodologies (Jira)
Cross-Functional Leadership and Risk Management

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this full-time position is between $167,400 and $230,250 USD per year. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in an annual discretionary company performance bonus program. The role also includes equity offerings through Restricted Stock Units, subject to board approval. Comprehensive benefits cover health care coverage, retirement savings plans, time off, and family planning programs.

About the Company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies operates as a joint venture combining industry leadership to shape the future of software-defined electric vehicles. By uniting expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, security, and cloud infrastructure, the organization addresses modern transportation challenges to build sustainable solutions for drivers worldwide.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site to submit an application for this open vacancy.

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This position is based in Palo Alto, California, with remote work flexibility available.

What is the salary range for the Staff Technical Program Manager role?

The annual base salary ranges from $167,400 to $230,250 USD, alongside eligibility for annual performance bonuses and equity grants.

What experience is required for this position?

Candidates must have 8+ years of Technical or Engineering Program Management experience, with specific, demonstrated experience managing Data and AI projects.

What technical stack knowledge is expected?

Applicants should have a basic understanding of data engineering stacks, including tools like Databricks and Hex, as well as familiarity with AI productivity assistants such as Cowork, Gemini, and Codex.

How do I apply for this role?

External candidates can apply directly through the official Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers website.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Rivian & Volkswagen Group Technologies careers page.

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