Program Manager, Business Operations
Gridware
San Francisco, CA · $120k–$140k a year · Posted October 16, 2026
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This listing pays about $130,000 a year. Across 228 open program manager listings that state pay, the middle half runs $100,000 to $153,500 and the median is $132,500. That is inside the middle half of those listings, 2% below the median.
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About the job
About Gridware Gridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware’s advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit www.Gridware.io.
Responsibilites
Own end-to-end execution of cross-functional programs, from scoping through delivery and handoff.
Define program scope, milestones, owners, and success criteria, and keep them current as priorities shift.
Drive a portfolio of strategic programs across growth, field operations, and product lifecycle.
Identify risks and dependencies early, surface trade-offs to decision-makers, and unblock teams.
Turn what we learn from each program into repeatable playbooks, processes, and tools the company can reuse.
Build clear program visibility, including dashboards, status reporting, and executive updates, so leadership always knows where things stand.
Required Skills
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years of experience in program management, business operations, strategy and operations, or a related cross-functional role.
Proven track record of leading multi-stakeholder programs from ambiguity to delivery in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Strong planning, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complexity into clear plans and concise recommendations.
Comfort working with field, hardware, and technical teams, and technical leaders.
Ability to build structure and process where none exists yet.
This describes the ideal candidate; many of us have picked up this expertise along the way. Even if you meet only part of this list, we encourage you to apply!
Gridware Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Benefits Health, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered) Paid parental leave Alternating day off (every other Monday) “Off the Grid”, a two week per year paid break for all employees. Commuter allowance Company-paid training