Machine Perception Systems and Calibration Technical Program Manager

Employer

Job Description

Facebook's mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Through our family of apps and services, we're building a different kind of company that connects billions of people around the world, gives them ways to share what matters most to them, and helps bring people closer together. Whether we're creating new products or helping a small business expand its reach, people at Facebook are builders at heart. Our global teams are constantly iterating, solving problems, and working together to empower people around the world to build community and connect in meaningful ways. Together, we can help people build stronger communities - we're just getting started.

The AR/VR team at Facebook is developing future products in augmented reality and virtual reality with breakthrough work in computer vision, and machine learning that will enable groundbreaking experiences for consumers and businesses. With global departments dedicated to AR/VR research, computer vision, haptics, social interaction, and more, Facebook is committed to driving the state-of-the-art forward through relentless innovation. AR/VR’s potential to change the world is immense—and we’re just getting started.Our XR Tech team explores, develops, and delivers new cutting-edge technologies that serve as the foundation of current and future AR/VR products. From mixed reality and human interaction to natural inputs and beyond, XR Tech is focused on taking new technologies from early concept to the product level while iterating, prototyping, and realizing the human value and new experiences they open up.As the Machine Perception Systems and Calibration Technical Program Manager, you will work to ensure outstanding calibration capabilities and system validation for all phases of engineering and productization of AR/VR hardware. You will work closely with multiple teams to gather a deep understanding of the machine perception systems design and calibration challenges of the different technologies, and help drive the development of calibration algorithms, SW pipelines, HW fixtures, and product design. You will also work closely with a system architect to review overall system design for sensor integration, to define KPI targets, and to evaluate machine perception compute. You will play a key role in defining highly complex, cross-functional features, planning requirements, driving alignment between multiple teams, managing schedules, identifying and tracking risks, and clearly communicating them to project stakeholders.The right candidate thrives in a cross-functional environment as the team works closely collaborating with Research, Hardware, Software, and Ops teams in multiple geographic locations.

Responsibilities
  • Planning scope of complex cross-functional programs.
  • Work with teams to set milestones, create integration plans, and identify/address potential setbacks.
  • Ensure cross-functional alignment across product, hardware, software, and computer vision teams.
  • Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation plans to executives.
  • Ensure project documents are complete, and available for staff and leadership review.
  • Identify resources needed and work closely with the team leads to maintain full visibility of multiple projects, ensuring resource gaps are addressed efficiently.
  • Up to 20% travel.
Minimum Qualification
  • 7+ years experience as a program manager.
  • Experience in driving multi-disciplined (hardware and software) organizations.
  • Experience in managing cross-team and cross-geography programs, and experience leading through influence.
  • Domain knowledge in calibration/sensors/algorithms/system.
  • Experience shipping technology and managing product development programs.
  • Experience operating autonomously across multiple teams.
Facebook is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Facebook is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.