Job Details

Technical Program Manager - Hardware & Manufacturing

About Us

We're building Jarvis for the real world. Well-funded, stealth-mode consumer hardware company founded by a proven unicorn founder. We're creating AI-powered home devices that run locally for privacy—think Apple-level design meets cutting-edge ambient intelligence.

The Role

Own our hardware product lifecycle from EVT through mass production. You'll manage ODM relationships, coordinate cross-functional teams, and scale manufacturing from 25K to 1M+ units. Our launch suite includes multiple home devices.

What You'll Own

• Lead ODM selection, negotiation, and relationship management across our product line
• Drive hardware development through EVT/DVT/PVT with clear milestone tracking
• Manage manufacturing ramp, supply chain, BOM optimization, and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate between hardware, firmware, AI/ML, and industrial design teams
• Ensure ODMs can support custom AI chip integration and performance requirements
• Establish quality standards, testing protocols, and production processes

Must Have

• 5+ years hardware TPM with 3+ years managing ODM relationships
• Shipped consumer electronics from prototype to mass production (50K+ units)
• Deep experience with Asian manufacturing (China/Taiwan/Vietnam/Malaysia/Thailand/Indonesia)
• Strong technical fluency with hardware development, DFM, and supply chain

Nice to Have

• Smart home, IoT, or AI device experience
• Custom silicon or AI accelerator integration
• Linux embedded systems and Android device background
• Mandarin proficiency

Location

San Francisco Bay Area (25-40% travel to Asia)