Technical Program Manager (Hardware)

Haydenai in San Francisco Bay Area

Welcome to Hayden AI, where the future is ours to make. From bus lane and bus stop enforcement to digital twin modeling and more, our clients use our mobile perception system to speed up transit, make streets safer, and create a more sustainable future.

Led by experts in AI, computer vision, data science, transportation, and government technology, Hayden AI is pioneering real world problem solving powered by AI and machine learning.

Our mobile perception platform is currently utilized by New York City’s MTA for automated bus lane enforcement. We recently raised $20 million in Series A funding and have been featured in Bloomberg CityLab, Forbes, Smart Cities Dive, and Politico.

Come join us, and help us build a vision-based data platform for smart enforcement and smart cities with our six core values in mind:

  • Customer Focus
  • Passion
  • Collaboration
  • Empowerment
  • Transparency
  • Integrity

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • As the Technical Program Manager (Hardware), you will be responsible for managing hardware-centric programs for advanced computer vision and telemetry systems with hands-on contribution as well as coordination across multiple disciplines and functional groups.
  • You will need to be able to identify and lead areas requiring continuous improvements for programs involving hardware while executing end-of-life strategy and working cross-organizationally with Operations, Service, and Engineering teams.
  • You will report to the Director of Hardware Engineering while coordinating deliverables with the Software TPM and Supply Chain & Logistics.
  • Further, you will work with internal teams to define requirements and schedules. In this position, it is crucial that you communicate and work effectively with teams located globally including company leadership, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and customers.
  • For this role, you need to be organized and actively participate in managing hardware engineering programs to define and drive the execution of the technology development roadmap for computer vision/telemetry products.
  • While working on programs, you will need to monitor schedules, risks, and simultaneously be the driving force that will lead activities to meet program goals and deadlines.
  • You will be in charge of organizing program planning, weekly meetings, reports, and presentations as well as improving processes to help identify and mitigate program issues and risks. You will shepherd industry defining programs from conception to delivery.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of Program-, Product-, or Project Management work experience in a Hardware and/or Systems Engineering-related role, with extensive experience in Hardware Program Management
  • Deep understanding of program deliverables and schedule management for product development life cycle including product data management: broad understanding of cross-functional team member roles, responsibilities and deliverables (Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, UX/UI, Firmware, Reliability testing, Operations-->Procurement, Logistics, Distribution)
  • Deep understand of Systems Engineering principles in product development and sustaining engineering
  • Ability to manage external partners: prototype and manufacturing vendors, installation partners, regulatory agencies, and other needed partners


Compensation:

  • 130,000-230,000 Base Salary
  • Considerable equity package
  • Extensive wide ranging health benefits
  • Company wide bonus program
  • 401k with match program

There are endless learning and development opportunities from a highly diverse and talented peer group, including experts in a wide range of fields (AI, Computer Vision, Government Contracting, Systems & Device Engineering, Operations, Communications, and more)!

Just a few of our perks include:

  • Options for 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents (for US employees)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
  • Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Aflac Critical Illness, Accident Insurance & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • MetLife Legal Plan(s) & Pet Insurance
  • Farmers GroupSelect Auto & Home Insurance
  • 401(k) with 3% company matching
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Wellness stipends
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Remote work opportunities
  • Home office & technology reimbursement
  • Daily catered lunches in our Oakland office

Hayden AI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters learning from each other. We celebrate people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a work environment free of harassment and discrimination. Hayden AI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

To all recruitment agencies: Hayden AI does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Hayden AI employees or any other company location. Hayden AI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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