Technical Project Manager III - In-Studio Engineering

Purpose Brands is seeking a Technical Project Manager III to lead cross-functional initiatives in our In Studio Engineering domain, which powers the in-studio technology experience across multiple fitness brands and thousands of global locations. The Edge Engineering team builds and maintains the on-prem and cloud-based backend and frontend systems, firmware/middleware on edge devices, edge device design and validation, and the deployment frameworks that enable us to update and operate our in-studio systems at scale.

This role requires deep technical fluency and demonstrated experience managing complex programs across embedded systems, full-stack cloud services, and software deployment pipelines. You'll partner closely with engineering leadership, firmware developers, full-stack software engineers, QA, product managers, and field operations to ensure projects are scoped, delivered, and operationalized efficiently. If you're passionate about bridging software, hardware, and infrastructure in a fast-paced environment-and want to help shape the future of connected fitness experiences-we'd love to hear from you.

PURPOSE + IMPACT (Key Responsibilities)

• Lead planning and execution of multi-disciplinary initiatives spanning edge device firmware, middleware, and cloud-integrated APIs.
• Drive technical programs across the lifecycle-from requirements gathering to successful deployment across global studio locations.
• Translate complex business and system needs into actionable epics, stories, and technical documentation for engineering teams.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, QA, product, field support, and studio operations teams-ensuring successful handoffs and production readiness.
• Track deployment frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and edge software rollouts to ensure version consistency, monitoring, and rollback plans are in place.
• Proactively identify risks across hardware/software dependencies, align milestones, and resolve blockers across internal and vendor-delivered systems.
• Own program-level reporting and communications for initiatives involving firmware upgrades, new device enablement, or backend system integrations.
• Ensure change management and stakeholder alignment for initiatives impacting in-studio tech environments, including field testing and operational readiness plans.
• Collaborate with other TPMs to manage interdependencies and maintain roadmap alignment across the broader tech portfolio.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvements and TPM team growth, mentoring less experienced TPMs when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS + EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years of experience in technical project or program management, with at least 2 years in a domain involving hardware/software integration, embedded systems, or cloud-edge platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field; equivalent work experience accepted.
• Strong understanding of firmware and middleware development lifecycles, including testing and deployment strategies for edge devices.
• Familiarity with cloud-native APIs and backend systems that support device interaction and data ingestion.
• Experience managing projects involving CI/CD pipelines, software deployment tools, and version control systems across hardware fleets or edge environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to translate between engineering and operations.
• Hands-on experience with agile tools like Jira and Confluence; capable of building clear and well-structured tickets and plans.
• Demonstrated success working across cross-functional teams, vendors, and business partners to deliver complex technical initiatives.
• Strong understanding of software governance, rollback strategies, and field-readiness requirements for live deployment environments.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of firmware/embedded systems, APIs, networking fundamentals, and deployment frameworks.
• Program Ownership: Ability to own a high-impact technical program end-to-end, keeping multiple engineering teams aligned toward shared outcomes.
• Communication: Clear, concise communicator with an ability to distill complexity into simple plans, stakeholder updates, and decision frameworks.
• Execution Excellence: Strong planning and coordination skills with attention to detail and proactive risk management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experienced in aligning engineering, QA, product, operations, and support around a unified delivery approach.
• Field Readiness: Familiarity with validating tech in the field and coordinating rollouts that minimize disruption and ensure measurable value.
• Adaptability & Judgment: Knows when to escalate, when to dive deep, and how to shift between big-picture program strategy and tactical execution.

SALARY RANGE

This position has a salary range of $120,000 - $145,000 annually.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require occasional travel to Purpose Brands regional offices in Boca Raton, FL, Minneapolis, MN, and Seattle, WA as well as to local Anytime Fitness and Orangetheory studios in the vicinity of Boca Raton, FL and Minneapolis, MN

Why Join Purpose Brands Corporate?

We offer a competitive salary along with exceptional benefits such as:

• Free workouts at corporate clubs/studios & discounted classes and products with associated brands (Orangetheory Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Waxing The City, The Bar Method, & more!)
• Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision among many other supplemental benefits
• Employer Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Unlimited PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Up to 12 Weeks of Fully Paid Parental Leave
• State-of-the-Art Wellness Center at The Grove which includes 2 complimentary professional massages per year
• 401k Plan with Employer Contribution
• Discounts on Retail and affiliated products
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG's)
• Flexible, Hybrid Work Schedules
• Team Building, Employee Engagement activities and so much more

WORK SCHEDULE

Orangetheory Fitness, an affiliate of Purpose Brands LLC, currently observe the following hybrid work model for employees at our Boca Raton (FL), Woodbury (MN), and Seattle (WA) offices:

• Remote optional: Wednesdays and Fridays
• On-site days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT

Orangetheory is committed to encouraging, facilitating, and upholding an environment centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion across every facet of the Orangetheory brand. We will work to create a sustainable culture that supports a healthy space for learning and growing, valuing, and empowering every employee, inspiring a diverse franchise network, and uplifting the members and communities we serve.

EEO STATEMENT

Orangetheory Fitness provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.