# Technical Project Manager at Prolific Machines

- Company: Prolific Machines
- What the company does: Backed by SOSV.
- Company website: http://prolific-machines.com
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: Emeryville, California
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $140K to $175K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-28
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/prolific-machines/5ceebc6a-dc3c-4300-95c5-06b2d7d5386e
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/prolific-machines-technical-project-manager/

## About the role

We’re looking for a Technical Project Manager with experience in leadership/management of innovative scientific projects to manage critical customer programs in Prolific’s pipeline. As Prolific has developed a unique form of cellular control using optogenetics, these projects can include, but are not limited to:

## What they're looking for

- You have good verbal and written communication skills with a focus on clarity and conciseness in a team-oriented environment
- You are willing to bring your technical acumen to help with team challenges and addressing technical obstacles
- You care about attention to detail and ensuring that our operations and processes run in a repeatable and safe manner
- You are able to prioritize and can balance between planning and being action oriented in order to move projects forward
- You are a thoughtful coworker who cares deeply about the company's mission and culture
- You thrive in a dynamic environment and can take on the plurality of challenges that are inherent to startups

Tags: Program Management