Software Program Manager

This role is onsite in New York City, NY or SF/ Bay Area (4-5 days per week)

Aescape  - pronounced “escape” - is a first-of-its-kind lifestyle robotics company bringing people and robotics together for better living. We are in a period of rapid growth, launching our category-transforming product in 2024 with global leaders in hospitality, wellness, sports and fitness. Our diverse team focuses every day on building products that will change and improve the lives of our members and partners we do business with. 

As a Software Program Manager at Aescape you will drive large, cross-functional programs related to software and Apps development. This requires partnering with engineering and product management to facilitate all aspects of projects: define, schedule, prioritize, track, proactively manage and communicate status of projects. You will lead efforts across teams representing multiple layers of the Apps development as well as other cross-functional partners including various parts of software engineering, hardware, product, UI and UX design, marketing, and other organizations within and outside of Aescape. Strong written and verbal communication is key as you drive projects forward, prioritize work, facilitate the removal of obstacles and escalate risks.

What You’ll Do

• In collaboration with Product Management and Engineering, manage programs through their complete lifecycle.

• Assist with requirements documentation, user story creation, develop detailed project plans, and identify tasks, roles and responsibilities.

• Track milestones and dependencies, ensure on-time completion of tasks from all relevant teams.

• Proactively identify, mitigate and resolve risks and issues.

• Manage and report on project financials.

• Keep senior management apprised of program status and communicate issues in a timely manner.

What You’ll Bring 

• Successful track record of leading and shipping multiple complex software and Application development projects.

• Strong “hands-on” technology program management skills including extensive use of JIRA and other project management tools.

• Experience delivering project features involving cross-team collaboration, anticipating needs, mitigating risks, and facilitating discussions with technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to implement Agile methodologies then running daily standups, backlog grooming and and sprint sessions.

• Ability to Excellent written and verbal communication with strong influencing skills and the ability to drive to clarity in ambiguous settings.

• A deeply curious mindset about new ideas and unafraid to ask the hard questions with high EQ.

• BS/MS, Computer Science / Engineering or relevant industry experience.

What's In For You

• Join a trailblazing tech company anticipated to transform the massage industry.

• Making a difference with a product that empowers healthier and happier living.

• Team culture driven by passion, ambition, empowerment, inclusion, curiosity, and fun! :)

• We’ll grow together—your personal and professional growth are equally important.

• An environment that empowers individuals, emboldens teams, and rewards achievement.

• Early stage equity in a company led by serial entrepreneurs with multiple exits.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for the employee is covered by us.

• A 401k program with a 4% company match that vests immediately.

• The freedom to schedule paid time off when you need it + 16 weeks parental leave.

• Working late? Dinner is on us!  :P

• Competitive pay from $ 150,000 to $180,000 base + target bonus + equity stock options. 

More on Aescape

Aescape (pronounced 'escape') is a first-of-its-kind lifestyle robotics company bringing people and robotics together for better living. Founded in 2017, Aescape has developed fully automated massage therapy to help hospitality, fitness and healthcare industries meet the rising demand for wellness services in the face of a growing global labor shortage. Aescape delivers exceptional massages: consistent, accessible, and on your terms.

We’re proud to share that we’ve raised $70M pre-launch, affirming what we know to be true: we’re truly revolutionizing the massage experience. 

Founder Eric Litman (4 prior exits) is joined by a leadership team from Peloton, Tonal, Amazon, Accenture, Apple, Bird, Meta, and Intuitive Surgical.

Named by Business Insider as one of the top 22 innovative sports startups!

We are inspired by individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. We value diverse perspectives and people who are resourceful, determined, and have a passion to make a difference in the world. Like our product, we empower people to reach their full potential with Aescape.

TRY ONCE, BELIEVE FOREVER.

Aescape is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.