Principal Technical Program Manager, Hardware

Team: IT

Location: US

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities:

• Lead the end-to-end execution of enterprise-level hardware engineering programs, connecting executive objectives with detailed technical roadmaps, schedules, dependencies, and delivery plans.
• Partner closely with perception and platform engineering teams to ensure hardware decisions account for the complete edge inference stack, including thermal constraints, compute requirements, sensor integration, and field serviceability.
• Drive early-stage R&D and technology incubation initiatives, including proof-of-concepts and evaluation of next-generation components, helping inform future product roadmaps.
• Establish and maintain phase-gate reviews, program milestones, readiness criteria, and governance processes across the hardware product lifecycle.
• Lead cross-functional New Product Introduction (NPI) programs through EVT, DVT, and PVT, supporting the transition from prototypes into mass production.
• Coordinate with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to manage delivery, quality, dependencies, and manufacturing readiness.
• Partner with engineering and growth teams to define hardware requirements based on field feedback, customer deployment conditions, regulatory requirements, and operational constraints.
• Identify program risks, resolve cross-functional blockers, and maintain alignment on scope, priorities, timelines, and quality expectations.
• Drive systemic improvements to program management practices and establish standards for execution excellence across the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in Hardware Technical Program Management or Engineering Program Management.
• Proven experience leading at least five multidisciplinary hardware products from 0-to-1 development through production.
• Deep understanding of the hardware NPI lifecycle, including EVT, DVT, PVT, and mass production, as well as phase-gate governance and contract manufacturer/supplier management.
• Strong knowledge of hardware reliability, regulatory compliance such as FCC and CE, and supply-chain risk management.
• Solid technical foundation in embedded systems, hardware/software integration, computer vision systems, or closely related technologies.
• Experience working across multiple technical and business functions, with the ability to align senior leaders and engineering teams around complex programs.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, particularly in ambiguous and rapidly evolving environments.
• Experience with on-vehicle, edge-deployed, or ruggedized hardware is preferred.
• Background in autonomous systems, robotics, or AI/ML hardware programs is preferred.
• Experience delivering technology for government or municipal customers is a plus.
• Familiarity with Design for Excellence (DFX) methodologies, including DFA, DFI, and DFS, is preferred.

Benefits:

• Base salary range of $213,743–$277,866, depending primarily on location, qualifications, experience, and interview performance.
• Equity participation and a company-wide bonus plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for employees and dependents in the United States.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA).
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company match.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Daily catered lunches at the San Francisco office.
• Access to extensive learning and development opportunities alongside colleagues with expertise spanning AI, computer vision, government contracting, systems and device engineering, operations, communications, and other disciplines.
• A remote work environment with access to a San Francisco headquarters office.
• Commitment to an inclusive workplace where individuals are treated with respect and have opportunities to contribute and grow.