Technical Project Manager

What started with a shared love of food and technology has evolved to become the only neutral, cross-brand platform that seamlessly brings appliances, home cooks, and recipes together–Fresco’s KitchenOS.

Smart kitchen appliance users are expected to reach 248 million worldwide by 2027. The Fresco KitchenOS platform is designed to facilitate the transition to that future for both appliance makers and home cooks. Fresco connects any compatible appliance, across brands so that users can focus on what they do best, preparing meals and are committed to building the best possible cooking experience.

From iPads and smart speakers to appliance screens and smart home assistants, Fresco delivers an effortless cooking experience and connects dots in the kitchen. Fresco partners with the appliance makers like BOSCH, Kenwood, Instant Brands, GE Appliances, Electrolux, LG, Thermomix and Panasonic and are growing fast.

Founded in 2012, Fresco currently operates globally and has offices in Dublin, Ireland, and Spain.

As a Technical Project Manager at Fresco, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects, built upon our KitchenOS, from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners both within Fresco and across customer Organisations as they integrate into our KitchenOS platform. You will be comfortable communicating up and down an organisation, providing updates and recommendations to executives while also discussing the technical tradeoffs and requirements with Engineers.

You will work within the Partner Integration organisation which is focused on integrating Cooking Appliances onto our Operating System for the Kitchen (KitchenOS). This role will require deep partnership both internally, across all Fresco departments as well as externally with various technical and program stakeholders. As KitchenOS is evolving, some programs will be on the leading edge of innovation and may include POC’s, pilots and other experiments that shape our ongoing commitment to “Make Food More” by maturing and advancing our KitchenOS platform. The Partner Integration organisation is focused on growth, efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and Appliance Manufacturers worldwide.

Responsibilities

* Provide end-to-end ownership of core programs of work within the Partner Integration Organisation, acting as a single point of contact for driving scope, schedule, cost, and resource management.
* Drive cross-functional Solution and / or product Development, and, where relevant develop new capabilities, blueprints, product opportunities.
* Lead and influence others as part of projects or programs, fostering relationships, trust, and collaboration.
* Manage large-scale program and project plans from inception through completion following product life cycle strategies.
* Regularly communicate with stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure project alignment with goals.
* Train others on new and established software systems.
* This is a customer facing role. You may be required to travel to client locations to deliver professional services when needed.

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Electronic or Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience in technical program, product or project management through Project Lifecycle processes.
* Demonstrated ability/experience to manage complex projects involving team members from multiple disciplines, geographies and cultures.
* Knowledge of project / program management spanning planning, execution, and delivery.
* Excellent management skills and ability to keep multiple priorities moving at the same time.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, building strong relationships with stakeholders and teams around the organisation
* Analytical and problem-solving experience with large-scale platforms, infrastructure and organisations
* Ability to drive and scale internal and external process improvements across multiple teams and functions

Application Process:

When applying please outline what you bring to the table (excuse the pun) and how your skills align to what we are looking for in this role.

Interview Process:

We will endeavour to have your CV reviewed and responded to within 48 hours. If called for interview our process for this role is as follows:

* Recruiter Screen Get to know you call, cover your CV and give you background on Fresco and the role. We’ll cover salary and confirm we’re aligned before entering the process.
* 1st round with our VP of Engineering, Delivery
* This is a chance to meet with the hiring manager for the role. Within the interview we will cover your background and experience and how it relates to our skills requirements listed above, we will explore how you align to our core values and would add to our culture. We will give you an overview of the role, what delivery looks like for us and give you a chance to get the know the manager you would be reporting to.

* 2nd round with a VP of Engineering
* This call will be with a peer of the hiring manager, it will give you chance to get to know who we are, we’ll cover some of your experience again but give you a chance to get to know us better.

* 3rd round with our CTO
* This will cover your soft skills, some conversation around your previous experience and our expectations for this role. It will give you a chance to ensure your aligned with what we’re looking for and vice versa

Fresco is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Fresco will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@frescocooks.com

What’s it like working at Fresco?

We get a lot done by prioritising well and being effective instead of busy. We care deeply about our customers and the product experiences we provide. We treat each other with respect, speak our minds, and always listen to each other—regardless of function or seniority. We are authentic, humble, and most importantly, trust each other to do a great job.

When we aren’t working, you’ll find us on company retreats, cooking for each other, singing in punk bands, climbing mountains, or playing video games – we are an eclectic bunch, but we share a passion for food and cooking.

We offer a competitive compensation package, equity, healthcare, a hybrid working model, and much more.

Like with any good meal, a career at Fresco is both rich and rewarding, with many opportunities and room for growth. If you’re ready to serve up your best work at Fresco, get in touch!

What you’ll get.

* The chance to work at a hyper-growth, venture-backed startup in a budding industry
* The ability to feel true purpose in your work and generate success on a global platform
* Competitive compensation
* Meaningful share options as part of our Employee Share Option Scheme
* A stipend each year to level up your skills–courses, conferences, books, screencasts, or whatever challenges you
* A flexible, hybrid work model to suit your needs
* The opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 1 month per year

Just like the ingredients in our kitchen, we believe that diversity of ideas is what makes the workplace great. Fresco is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates from a range of national, ethnic, or cultural groups. This job description works as a guide for the caliber of person we need, but we also understand that skills are transferable. If you are an exceptional candidate with mismatching experience, please apply and explain why you would be a great fit for Fresco.