What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager Hardware position at Aptly Technology?
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.
- 15 years of experience with Project Management & managing hardware or system-level engineering programs.
- Prefer candidate has built a system or ‘fridge’ for a quantum system or for a Cryo-genic system- post PHD working with top tier universities quantum labs.
- 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 $80.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Redmond, Washington 98052
Salary : $80