Technical Program Manager II at Mercor

Technical Program Manager II – Semiconductor | $65–85/hr | Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA

Join a leading technology team as a Technical Program Manager II focused on semiconductor and hardware programs. This is a full-time, onsite W-2 contract role based in Sunnyvale, CA, employed through Cincinnatus and embedded directly within a top-tier client's engineering organization.

About the Role

As a Technical Program Manager, you will lead the definition, implementation, and delivery of complex, cross-functional programs spanning semiconductor, hardware, consumer electronics, and camera module development. You will work closely with executive stakeholders, manage matrixed teams, and drive programs from concept through delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver programs within scope, quality, time, and budget constraints while managing moderate-to-complex risk factors.
• Lead program-level strategic planning and engage with executive-level management on priorities and decisions.
• Manage internal exempt and matrixed employees and contractors across multiple projects.
• Oversee scope definition, requirements gathering, scheduling, budget management, status reporting, and risk mitigation.
• Drive clear communication and alignment across multiple organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• PMP or PMI certification required.
• Experience in camera module hardware development using the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Background in consumer electronics and semiconductor environments.
• Knowledge of optics and mechanical systems.
• Strong skills in project estimating, scheduling, tracking, and implementation planning within large organizations.
• Proven people management and team-building capabilities.
• Ability to assess risk and apply sound management principles to technology products and business functions.
• Experience with the software development lifecycle and large-scale, multi-platform systems environments.

Employment Details

This role is a structured, role-based W-2 contract position administered by Cincinnatus, an enterprise staffing company. Benefits, payroll, and compliance are managed by Cincinnatus, while you work directly within the client's team on high-impact initiatives.