Hardware Project Manager

Overview

We are seeking a Hardware Program Manager with a deep technical foundation in device development, chip design, and system integration—not network infrastructure. This role will lead end-to-end hardware development programs from concept to integration.

You’ll collaborate across hardware, software, and research teams to drive execution, manage dependencies, and ensure successful delivery of complex, multi-partner projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering programs spanning device design, chip development, and system integration.
• Develop, track, and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and scope for advanced hardware R&D programs.
• Partner with hardware engineers, chip designers, and manufacturing teams to align technical deliverables and milestones.
• Facilitate collaboration between internal engineering teams and external component vendors
• Oversee integration of hardware, firmware, and software components into cohesive quantum systems.
• Track dependencies and risks, ensuring proactive mitigation and on-time program delivery.
• Ensure alignment across stakeholders through influence-based leadership—not direct authority.
• Promote use of structured project management methodologies and best practices throughout the R&D lifecycle.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7 years of experience with Project Management & managing hardware or system-level engineering programs.
• Proven success leading device or chip development initiatives—preferably in high-tech environments such as Samsung, Qualcomm, Apple, or similar.
• Strong understanding of chip integration, low-level system integration, and end-to-end device creation.
• Experience coordinating complex technical programs with multiple stakeholders and dependencies.
• Excellent program management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar tools.

Preferred:

• Experience with cryogenic or low-temperature environments, relevant to quantum device development.
• Background in manufacturing or design engineering management.
• Exposure to hardware R&D programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to influence and drive results across cross-functional teams.

Soft Skills

• Technically credible and comfortable discussing engineering trade-offs.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving research environment.
• Skilled at managing through influence, aligning diverse teams toward shared outcomes.
• Balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution and accountability.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: From $55.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Redmond, WA 98052

Salary : $55