[Remote] Technical Program Manager, Research

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Deepgram is the leading platform in the Voice AI economy, providing real-time APIs for speech-to-text and text-to-speech. The Technical Program Manager will be embedded in the Research organization, driving the delivery of complex programs and ensuring collaboration among cross-functional teams to turn research breakthroughs into impactful products.ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end delivery of new model versions and features for our flagship STT and TTS offerings, coordinating tightly across Research, Product, DataOps, and Engineering to hit milestones and ship on timeDefine and champion lightweight but effective processes that bring visibility and accountability to researchers’ daily workflows without adding unnecessary overhead or stifling scientific creativityMap dependencies and risks across all active cross-functional projects; maintain a clear picture of where things stand, where they’re at risk, and what needs to happen to keep execution on trackRun cross-functional programs end-to-end: scope definition, timeline management, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, and launch readinessTroubleshoot cross-team blockers quickly and build reliable partnerships across the technical organization so that handoffs between teams are smooth and accountability is clearOwn proactive communication across all levels of the organization: leadership should always have an accurate read on project health, and teams should always know how their work fits into the bigger pictureRespond quickly to shifting priorities, translating decisions made upstream into clear implications for timelines, team capacity, and cross-functional dependenciesSkills5+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager or Engineering Program Manager, ideally with meaningful time spent supporting or embedded in an AI/ML Research organizationIn-depth, working knowledge of how machine learning systems are built (i.e., data pipelines, model training, evaluation, and serving) that allows you to engage meaningfully with researchers and engineers on technical tradeoffsProven track record of delivering complex, multi-workstream technical programs on time across teams with competing prioritiesDemonstrated ability to map cross-functional dependencies and technical risk across concurrent projects, with clear status communication to all stakeholdersExperience designing lightweight processes that improve execution velocity and accountability in research or engineering environments without adding bureaucratic overheadStrong analytical skills for evaluating program health, spotting bottlenecks early, and making data-informed prioritization decisionsExcellent communication in both directions: crisp updates for senior leadership, clear direction for researchersA pragmatic, roll-up-your-sleeves orientation: we need you to be equally effective at the strategic level and in the detailsBonus points for experience with speech or audio projects — audio data collection and labeling, audio model evaluation (including human eval), or shipping products where audio quality is the core user experienceBenefitsMedical, dental, vision benefitsAnnual wellness stipendMental health supportLife, STD, LTD Income Insurance PlansUnlimited PTOGenerous paid parental leaveFlexible schedule12 Paid US company holidaysQuarterly personal productivity stipendOne-time stipend for home office upgrades401(k) plan with company matchTax Savings ProgramsLearning / Education stipendParticipation in talks and conferencesEmployee Resource GroupsAI enablement workshops / sessionsFor candidates outside of the US, we use an Employer of Record model in many countries, which means benefits are administered locally and governed by country-specific regulations. Because of this, benefits will differ by region — in some cases international employees receive benefits US employees do not, and vice versa. As we scale, we will continue to evaluate where we can create more alignment, but a 1:1 global benefits structure is not always legally or operationally possible.Company OverviewDeepgram provides a voice artificial intelligence platform for speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and voice applications. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://deepgram.com.Company H1B SponsorshipDeepgram has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.