System Technical Program Manager, Android XR Glasses Hardware Team

Waterloo, ON, Canada Until 9/18/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 20, 2026 Last posted July 20, 2026
Job description

About the Job

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with developers.

For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by
breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR
team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where
lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Canada: $170000 - $175000 (CAD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Manage development of Android XR glasses hardware platforms and systems, and drive the overall tactical execution and strategy of the team.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to design, build, validate, and launch system solutions. Interface with manufacturing partners, cross functional development and operations teams driving builds and managing build schedules, budgets, and performance.
  • Manage development risks and issues to meet system build milestones, cost, and manufacturability.
  • Drive product development processes and phase gate reviews with the cross-functional teams.
  • Develop and manage program schedules and resource needs with development and operations teams.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience in hardware development program management, team lead or product design development.
  • Experience with consumer electronics hardware.
  • Experience in product development and phase gate approach.
  • Experience in hardware NPI build management, and FATP experience
  • Ability to travel internationally up to 20% as required.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with consumer electronics manufacturing processes at system Final Assembly, Test and Pack (FATP) level.
  • Experience shipping high volume/high quality products.
  • Strong ability to capture the big picture quickly and focus on key points.
  • Fearless ability to drive several tasks at once, and generally do whatever it takes to ship a product.
  • Strong team player and creative thinker who is able to lead technical teams, cross-functional groups, and vendors against plans.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

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About this role

Summary

Manage Android XR glasses hardware development, lead cross-functional projects, and ensure timely product release.

Job title

System Technical Program Manager, Android XR Glasses Hardware Team

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

Waterloo, ON, Canada; remote work not specified

Salary

C$170k–C$175k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

engineeringhardware developmentphase gateFATPproject management

Preferred skills

manufacturing processeshigh volume shippingteam leadershipcommunication

Specializations

hardwareprogram managementconsumer electronicsproduct development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Waterloo, ON, Canada

Work arrangement unknown City