Senior Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of new network build programs, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure 

• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk/issue registers 

• Coordinate cross-functional teams across network engineering, field operations, construction, procurement, vendors, and key stakeholders 

• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, schedule, and cost risks associated with network builds 

• Manage vendor and contractor performance for network construction, equipment installation, and testing 

• Ensure alignment with architecture standards, security requirements, and operational readiness criteria 

• Facilitate technical design & build reviews, approvals, and go/no-go decisions for network cutovers and handovers to support team 

• Support lab and field testing, acceptance testing, and troubleshooting during new network deployments 

• Assist with configuration standards, Bill of Materials (BOM) validation, and technical specifications 

• Participate in root-cause analysis for issues discovered during build or commissioning phases

Job Requirements

• Experience in IT physical infrastructure (switches, Wi-Fi access points, fiber, copper, etc) 
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience 

• 5+ years of experience in technical program/project management with a strong foundation in network engineering 

• Proven track record leading complex network infrastructure or telecom build programs (campus, data center, WAN, or service-provider environments) 

• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals: routing, switching, IP addressing, VLANs, QoS, high availability, and network security principles 

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills 

• Ability to balance program oversight with hands-on technical engagement 

• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program/project management certification. 

• Networking certifications such as CCNP, JNCIP is a plus but not required 

• Experience with large-scale network builds involving fiber, structured cabling, wireless infrastructure, or cloud connectivity 

• Familiarity with ITIL, Agile/Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies 

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently 

• Practical problem solving under pressure 

• Excellent documentation skills 

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with teams 

• Self-driven with an analytical mind with a bias for action 

• Automotive / manufacturing experience is a plus but not required 

• Energetic person who thrives in fast-pace and challenging environments 

• Drive and persistence to engage with teams to clear obstacles 

Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

· Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop

· E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas

· You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses

· We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.