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Technical Program Manager

Atomic Semi
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
About Atomic Semi

Atomic Semi is building a small, fast semiconductor fab.

It’s already possible to build this with today’s technology and a few simplifications. We’ll build the tools ourselves so we can quickly iterate and improve.

We’re building a small team of exceptional, hands-on engineers to make this happen. Mechanical, electrical, hardware, computer, and process. We’ll own the stack from atoms to architecture. Our team is optimistic about the future and we want to continue pushing the limits of technology.

Smaller is better. Faster is better. Building it ourselves is better.

We believe our team and lab can build anything. We’ve set up 3D printers, a wide array of microscopes, e-beam writers, general fabrication equipment - and whatever is missing, we’ll just invent along the way.

Atomic was founded by Sam Zeloof and Jim Keller. Sam is best known for making chips in his garage, and Jim has been a leader in the semiconductor industry for the past 40 years.

About The Role

Atomic Semi is hiring its first Technical Program Manager to accelerate development of our semiconductor fab. You’ll translate top-level company goals into technical programs and drive execution from concept through integration. You’ll report to our CEO, Sam Zeloof, and build out the system that coordinates Atomic Semi’s mechanical, electrical, software, and production teams.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the development of fab tools and components from requirements definition to production release.
  • Drive cross-functional execution across mechanical, electrical, embedded/software, and production to hit spec and schedule.
  • Maintain the critical path, surface technical risks early, and define mitigations and alternate routes to keep projects moving.
  • Communicate status, decisions, and risks proactively across teams and up to leadership.
  • Build lightweight project management systems for planning, communication, and visibility.

Required Experience

  • 5 years of experience managing complex hardware projects
  • Demonstrated ability deliver on tight engineering timelines and manage trade-offs to deliver new products; excellent judgement
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with a project management software, isn’t too tied to a particular one
  • Degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience

Nice-to-have

  • Having performed some type of hardware engineering, such as mechanical or electrical
  • Familiarity or interest in semiconductor technologies and semiconductor specific techniques/tools

Working at Atomic Semi

We’re an early-stage hardware startup with solid funding, world-class advisors, and a lab/office in San Francisco, CA.

Compensation: Atomic Semi is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The annual salary range for this role is $140,000 – $190,000. Compensation is determined based on your qualifications and experience. Our total compensation package also includes generous equity in Atomic Semi.

Benefits: Atomic Semi offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of Holidays and Sick Time
  • Visa Sponsorship
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Weekly Learning & Development opportunities
  • Commuter Benefits including Parking and Late Night Uber rides from the office
  • Lunches daily, Dinners 3x per week, Stocked Office Kitchen with Snacks and Spindrifts

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.

Export Control Analysis: This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

Compensation Range: $140K - $190K

Salary : $140,000 - $190,000

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